Minache Kh. - Bhudargad, Kolhapur
Minache Kh. is a village situated in the Bhudargad tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gargoti and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Minache Khurd serves as the Gram Panchayat for Minache Kh. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Minache Kh. is 567762. The village covers a total geographical area of 190 hectares and falls under the 416223 pincode. Murgud is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Minache Kh. 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 Minache Kh.
As per Census 2011, Minache Kh. village has a total population of 1,173 people, consisting of 608 males and 565 females. The village has 320 households and a sex ratio of 929 females per 1,000 males. There are 106 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 936 literate and 237 illiterate residents. Additionally, 25 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Minache Kh. are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,173 | 608 | 565 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 106 | 68 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 25 | 10 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 936 | 508 | 428 |
| Illiterate Population | 237 | 100 | 137 |
Nearby Villages of Minache Kh.
Minache Kh. 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lotewadi | North-West | 1.13 km |
| Basarewadi | East | 1.23 km |
| Morewadi | South-East | 1.77 km |
| Pachavade | North-East | 1.80 km |
| Bhativade | South | 2.28 km |
| Navaraswadi | West | 2.29 km |
| Kolavan | South-West | 2.59 km |
| Pandivare | North-West | 2.73 km |
| Darwad | East | 2.85 km |
| Nilpan | North-East | 3.09 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Minache Kh.
Minache Kh. is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Nandgaon Road, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 31.1 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 Minache Kh. is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kolhapur to Minache Kh. is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Minache Kh.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Minache Kh. village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Minache Kh.
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Minache Kh. 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 Minache Kh.
Where is Minache Kh. located?
Minache Kh. village is located in Bhudargad Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Minache Kh.?
The Gram Panchayat of Minache Kh. is Minache Khurd.
What is the pincode of Minache Kh.?
The pincode of Minache Kh. is 416223.
What is the population of Minache Kh.?
Minache Kh. has a total population of 1,173, including 608 males and 565 females.
How many households are there in Minache Kh.?
There are 320 households in Minache Kh..
What is the literacy rate in Minache Kh.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Minache Kh. is 79.80%. Male literacy is 83.55% and female literacy is 75.75%.