Varapewadi - Bhudargad, Kolhapur
Varapewadi is a village situated in the Bhudargad tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gargoti and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Varapewadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Varapewadi is 567823. The village covers a total geographical area of 344 hectares and falls under the 416210 pincode. Murgud is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Varapewadi 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 Varapewadi
According to the 2011 Census, Varapewadi village had a total population of 370 people, including 157 males and 213 females, living in 102 households. The sex ratio was 1,357 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.26%, with male literacy at 83.70% and female literacy at 64.25%.
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 | 370 | 157 | 213 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 22 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 237 | 113 | 124 |
| Illiterate Population | 133 | 44 | 89 |
Nearby Villages of Varapewadi
Varapewadi 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 Varapewadi
Varapewadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Varapewadi is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kolhapur to Varapewadi is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Varapewadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Varapewadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Varapewadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Varapewadi 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Varapewadi
Where is Varapewadi located?
Varapewadi village is located in Bhudargad Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Varapewadi?
Varapewadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Varapewadi?
The pincode of Varapewadi is 416210.
What is the population of Varapewadi?
Varapewadi had a total population of 370, including 157 males and 213 females.
How many households are there in Varapewadi?
Varapewadi had 102 households.
What is the literacy rate in Varapewadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Varapewadi was 72.26%. Male literacy was 83.70% and female literacy was 64.25%.