Hanbarwadi - Bhudargad, Kolhapur
Hanbarwadi is a village situated in the Bhudargad tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gargoti and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Hanbarwadi village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hanbarwadi is 567773. The village covers a total geographical area of 250 hectares and falls under the 416209 pincode. Murgud is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Hanbarwadi 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 Hanbarwadi
According to the 2011 Census, Hanbarwadi village had a total population of 882 people, including 443 males and 439 females, living in 188 households. The sex ratio was 991 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.99%, with male literacy at 86.36% and female literacy at 65.27%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 15.
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 | 882 | 443 | 439 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 103 | 47 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 7 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 592 | 342 | 250 |
| Illiterate Population | 290 | 101 | 189 |
Nearby Villages of Hanbarwadi
Hanbarwadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ambavane | North-West | 0.98 km |
| Shindewadi | South | 1.20 km |
| Kalnakwadi | North-West | 2.10 km |
| Palshivane | East | 2.42 km |
| Nangargaon | South-East | 2.61 km |
| Gargoti | South-West | 2.82 km |
| Khanapur | West | 2.83 km |
| Pal | South | 3.17 km |
| Mhasave | West | 3.36 km |
| Salpewadi | South-West | 3.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Hanbarwadi
Hanbarwadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is C Shahu M Raj Kolhapur Term, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.9 km.
| 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 Murgud to Hanbarwadi is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kolhapur to Hanbarwadi is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hanbarwadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hanbarwadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Hanbarwadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hanbarwadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Hanbarwadi
Where is Hanbarwadi located?
Hanbarwadi village is located in Bhudargad Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Hanbarwadi?
Hanbarwadi is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Hanbarwadi?
The pincode of Hanbarwadi is 416209.
What is the population of Hanbarwadi?
Hanbarwadi had a total population of 882, including 443 males and 439 females.
How many households are there in Hanbarwadi?
Hanbarwadi had 188 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hanbarwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hanbarwadi was 75.99%. Male literacy was 86.36% and female literacy was 65.27%.