Handewadi - 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 Village 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
According to the 2011 Census, Handewadi village had a total population of 391 people, including 197 males and 194 females, living in 112 households. The sex ratio was 985 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.55%, with male literacy at 80.11% and female literacy at 51.38%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 19, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
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 | 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 Village Panchayat of Handewadi?
The Village Panchayat of Handewadi is Kolindre.
What is the pincode of Handewadi?
The pincode of Handewadi is 416503.
What is the population of Handewadi?
Handewadi had a total population of 391, including 197 males and 194 females.
How many households are there in Handewadi?
Handewadi had 112 households.
What is the literacy rate in Handewadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Handewadi was 65.55%. Male literacy was 80.11% and female literacy was 51.38%.