Ardal - Ajra, Kolhapur
Ardal is a village situated in the Ajra tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ajra and around 76 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Ardal village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ardal is 567876. The village covers a total geographical area of 634 hectares and falls under the 416220 pincode. Gadhinglaj is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Ardal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kagal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kolhapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ardal
According to the 2011 Census, Ardal village had a total population of 1,491 people, including 700 males and 791 females, living in 406 households. The sex ratio was 1,130 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.45%, with male literacy at 83.79% and female literacy at 64.43%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 177.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,491 | 700 | 791 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 154 | 77 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 177 | 84 | 93 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 982 | 522 | 460 |
| Illiterate Population | 509 | 178 | 331 |
Nearby Villages of Ardal
Ardal is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Pendharwadi | North-East | 1.71 km |
| Halewadi | South-West | 2.25 km |
| Jadhewadi | South | 2.37 km |
| Masewadi | South-West | 2.61 km |
| Karambali | East | 3.21 km |
| Honyali | West | 3.39 km |
| Khoratwadi | South | 3.45 km |
| Chavhanwadi | North-West | 3.92 km |
| Hirlage | South-East | 4.02 km |
| Uttur | North | 4.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ardal
Ardal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Pachhapur, while the nearest airport is Belgaum Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gadhinglaj to Ardal is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kolhapur to Ardal is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ardal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ardal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ardal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ardal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ardal
Where is Ardal located?
Ardal village is located in Ajra Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Ardal?
Ardal is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ardal?
The pincode of Ardal is 416220.
What is the population of Ardal?
Ardal had a total population of 1,491, including 700 males and 791 females.
How many households are there in Ardal?
Ardal had 406 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ardal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ardal was 73.45%. Male literacy was 83.79% and female literacy was 64.43%.