Pushpanagar - Bhudargad, Kolhapur
Pushpanagar is a village situated in the Bhudargad tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gargoti and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Pushpanagar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pushpanagar is 567806. The village covers a total geographical area of 613 hectares and falls under the 416209 pincode. Murgud is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Pushpanagar 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 Pushpanagar
According to the 2011 Census, Pushpanagar village had a total population of 2,833 people, including 1,412 males and 1,421 females, living in 657 households. The sex ratio was 1,006 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.86%, with male literacy at 86.88% and female literacy at 67.06%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 219.
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 | 2,833 | 1,412 | 1,421 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 288 | 154 | 134 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 219 | 109 | 110 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,956 | 1,093 | 863 |
| Illiterate Population | 877 | 319 | 558 |
Nearby Villages of Pushpanagar
Pushpanagar 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 Pushpanagar
Pushpanagar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Pushpanagar is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kolhapur to Pushpanagar is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pushpanagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pushpanagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Pushpanagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pushpanagar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pushpanagar
Where is Pushpanagar located?
Pushpanagar village is located in Bhudargad Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pushpanagar?
Pushpanagar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pushpanagar?
The pincode of Pushpanagar is 416209.
What is the population of Pushpanagar?
Pushpanagar had a total population of 2,833, including 1,412 males and 1,421 females.
How many households are there in Pushpanagar?
Pushpanagar had 657 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pushpanagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pushpanagar was 76.86%. Male literacy was 86.88% and female literacy was 67.06%.