Karpewadi Dumala - Ajra, Kolhapur
Karpewadi Dumala is a village situated in the Ajra tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ajra and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Karpewadi serves as the Village Panchayat for Karpewadi Dumala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karpewadi Dumala is 567874. The village covers a total geographical area of 252.01 hectares and falls under the 416220 pincode. Gadhinglaj is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Karpewadi Dumala 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 Karpewadi Dumala
According to the 2011 Census, Karpewadi Dumala village had a total population of 645 people, including 297 males and 348 females, living in 166 households. The sex ratio was 1,172 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.55%, with male literacy at 84.41% and female literacy at 61.11%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 102.
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 | 645 | 297 | 348 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 34 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 102 | 49 | 53 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 420 | 222 | 198 |
| Illiterate Population | 225 | 75 | 150 |
Nearby Villages of Karpewadi Dumala
Karpewadi Dumala 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 Karpewadi Dumala
Karpewadi Dumala is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gadhinglaj to Karpewadi Dumala is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kolhapur to Karpewadi Dumala is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karpewadi Dumala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karpewadi Dumala 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 Karpewadi Dumala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karpewadi Dumala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Karpewadi Dumala
Where is Karpewadi Dumala located?
Karpewadi Dumala village is located in Ajra Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Karpewadi Dumala?
The Village Panchayat of Karpewadi Dumala is Karpewadi.
What is the pincode of Karpewadi Dumala?
The pincode of Karpewadi Dumala is 416220.
What is the population of Karpewadi Dumala?
Karpewadi Dumala had a total population of 645, including 297 males and 348 females.
How many households are there in Karpewadi Dumala?
Karpewadi Dumala had 166 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karpewadi Dumala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karpewadi Dumala was 71.55%. Male literacy was 84.41% and female literacy was 61.11%.