Madilge Bk. - Bhudargad, Kolhapur
Madilge Bk. is a village situated in the Bhudargad tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gargoti and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Madilge Budruk serves as the Gram Panchayat for Madilge Bk. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Madilge Bk. is 567769. The village covers a total geographical area of 759.04 hectares and falls under the 416209 pincode. Murgud is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Madilge Bk. 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 Madilge Bk.
As per Census 2011, Madilge Bk. village has a total population of 5,175 people, consisting of 2,681 males and 2,494 females. The village has 1,158 households and a sex ratio of 930 females per 1,000 males. There are 457 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,937 literate and 1,238 illiterate residents. Additionally, 669 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 32 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Madilge Bk. are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,175 | 2,681 | 2,494 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 457 | 253 | 204 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 669 | 329 | 340 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 32 | 12 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 3,937 | 2,190 | 1,747 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,238 | 491 | 747 |
Nearby Villages of Madilge Bk.
Madilge Bk. 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Madilge Kh. | West | 1.39 km |
| Gangapur | East | 1.52 km |
| Kalnakwadi | South | 1.99 km |
| Ambavane | South | 2.69 km |
| Vhangutti | North | 2.89 km |
| Nilpan | West | 2.91 km |
| Darwad | West | 2.96 km |
| Chimagaon | North-East | 3.04 km |
| Waghapur | North | 3.31 km |
| Konvade | North-West | 3.31 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Madilge Bk.
Madilge Bk. 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 28.5 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 Murgud to Madilge Bk. is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kolhapur to Madilge Bk. is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Madilge Bk.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Madilge Bk. village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Madilge Bk.
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Madilge Bk. village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Madilge Bk.
Where is Madilge Bk. located?
Madilge Bk. village is located in Bhudargad Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Madilge Bk.?
The Gram Panchayat of Madilge Bk. is Madilge Budruk.
What is the pincode of Madilge Bk.?
The pincode of Madilge Bk. is 416209.
What is the population of Madilge Bk.?
Madilge Bk. has a total population of 5,175, including 2,681 males and 2,494 females.
How many households are there in Madilge Bk.?
There are 1,158 households in Madilge Bk..
What is the literacy rate in Madilge Bk.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Madilge Bk. is 76.08%. Male literacy is 81.69% and female literacy is 70.05%.