Ite Village - Ajra, Kolhapur
Ite is a village situated in the Ajra tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ajra and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Ite village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ite is 567916. The village covers a total geographical area of 1040 hectares and falls under the 416505 pincode. Gadhinglaj is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Ite village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Radhanagari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kolhapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ite
As per Census 2011, Ite village has a total population of 615 people, consisting of 275 males and 340 females. The village has 152 households and a sex ratio of 1,236 females per 1,000 males. There are 60 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 369 literate and 246 illiterate residents. Additionally, 57 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ite are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 615 | 275 | 340 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 28 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 57 | 29 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 369 | 187 | 182 |
| Illiterate Population | 246 | 88 | 158 |
Nearby Villages of Ite
Ite 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Deulwadi | East | 1.64 km |
| Khanapur | East | 2.63 km |
| Masoli | North-East | 2.78 km |
| Haloli | North | 2.89 km |
| Velawatti | North | 3.25 km |
| Polgaon | South-East | 3.43 km |
| Dardewadi | North-West | 3.54 km |
| Gavase | West | 3.55 km |
| Satewadi | South | 3.67 km |
| Erandol | South-East | 4.30 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ite
Public transport in the Ite 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 41.6 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 Ite is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kolhapur to Ite is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ite
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ite 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ite
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ite village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ite
Where is Ite located?
Ite village is located in Ajra Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ite?
Ite is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ite?
The pincode of Ite is 416505.
What is the population of Ite?
Ite has a total population of 615, including 275 males and 340 females.
How many households are there in Ite?
There are 152 households in Ite.
What is the literacy rate in Ite?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ite is 60.00%. Male literacy is 68.00% and female literacy is 53.53%.