Kolhewadi - Jamkhed, Ahilyanagar
Kolhewadi is a village situated in the Jamkhed tehsil of Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 17 km from Jamkhed and around 97 km from Ahmadnagar. Sakat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kolhewadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kolhewadi is 558641. The village covers a total geographical area of 518.82 hectares and falls under the 413201 pincode. Ahmadnagar is the nearest town, located about 97 km away.
Kolhewadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karjat jamkhed Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ahmednagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kolhewadi
As per Census 2011, Kolhewadi village has a total population of 851 people, consisting of 445 males and 406 females. The village has 162 households and a sex ratio of 912 females per 1,000 males. There are 96 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 506 literate and 345 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kolhewadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 851 | 445 | 406 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 96 | 49 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 506 | 333 | 173 |
| Illiterate Population | 345 | 112 | 233 |
Nearby Villages of Kolhewadi
Kolhewadi is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kolhewadi
Public transport in the Kolhewadi is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ahmadnagar to Kolhewadi is about 97 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kolhewadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kolhewadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kolhewadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kolhewadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kolhewadi
Where is Kolhewadi located?
Kolhewadi village is located in Jamkhed Tehsil, Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kolhewadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Kolhewadi is Sakat.
What is the pincode of Kolhewadi?
The pincode of Kolhewadi is 413201.
What is the population of Kolhewadi?
Kolhewadi has a total population of 851, including 445 males and 406 females.
How many households are there in Kolhewadi?
There are 162 households in Kolhewadi.
What is the literacy rate in Kolhewadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kolhewadi is 59.46%. Male literacy is 74.83% and female literacy is 42.61%.