Handewadi Village - Ajra, Kolhapur
Handewadi is a village situated in the Ajra tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ajra and around 97 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Kolindre serves as the Gram Panchayat for Handewadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Handewadi is 567939. The village covers a total geographical area of 157 hectares and falls under the 416503 pincode. Gadhinglaj is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Handewadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chandgad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kolhapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Handewadi
As per Census 2011, Handewadi village has a total population of 391 people, consisting of 197 males and 194 females. The village has 112 households and a sex ratio of 984 females per 1,000 males. There are 34 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 234 literate and 157 illiterate residents. Additionally, 19 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Handewadi are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 391 | 197 | 194 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 21 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 12 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 234 | 141 | 93 |
| Illiterate Population | 157 | 56 | 101 |
Nearby Villages of Handewadi
Handewadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sule | North | 1.74 km |
| Batkanangale | East | 1.85 km |
| Shippur Tarf Nesari | South | 1.91 km |
| Lakudwadi | North-East | 2.18 km |
| Kolindre | West | 2.41 km |
| Poshratwadi | South-West | 2.66 km |
| Waghrali | South-East | 2.80 km |
| Sarambalwadi | North-West | 2.99 km |
| Umbarwadi | North-East | 3.44 km |
| Redewadi | South-West | 3.54 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Handewadi
Public transport in the Handewadi is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Belgaum, while the nearest airport is Belgaum Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 31.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Gadhinglaj to Handewadi is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kolhapur to Handewadi is about 97 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Handewadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Handewadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Handewadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Handewadi 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Handewadi
Where is Handewadi located?
Handewadi village is located in Ajra Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Handewadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Handewadi is Kolindre.
What is the pincode of Handewadi?
The pincode of Handewadi is 416503.
What is the population of Handewadi?
Handewadi has a total population of 391, including 197 males and 194 females.
How many households are there in Handewadi?
There are 112 households in Handewadi.
What is the literacy rate in Handewadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Handewadi is 59.85%. Male literacy is 71.57% and female literacy is 47.94%.