Date - Chandgad, Kolhapur
Date is a village situated in the Chandgad tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandgad and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Date village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Date is 568110. The village covers a total geographical area of 671.76 hectares and falls under the 416552 pincode. Belgaum(karnataka) is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Date village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chiplun Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Date
As per Census 2011, Date village has a total population of 1,735 people, consisting of 889 males and 846 females. The village has 357 households and a sex ratio of 951 females per 1,000 males. There are 147 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,166 literate and 569 illiterate residents. Additionally, 207 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Date are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,735 | 889 | 846 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 147 | 85 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 207 | 110 | 97 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 1,166 | 676 | 490 |
| Illiterate Population | 569 | 213 | 356 |
Nearby Villages of Date
Date 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Belebhat | South-West | 1.38 km |
| Vargaon | North | 1.86 km |
| Gudewadi | North-East | 1.95 km |
| Koraj | West | 2.32 km |
| Kurtanwadi | South-West | 2.37 km |
| Jattewadi | East | 2.77 km |
| Narewadi | South-East | 2.78 km |
| Hallarwadi | South | 2.87 km |
| Kervade | North-West | 3.38 km |
| Konewadi | South-West | 3.42 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Date
Date is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Belgaum, while the nearest airport is Belgaum Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.2 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 Belgaum(karnataka) to Date is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kolhapur to Date is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Date
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Date village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Date
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Date 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 Date
Where is Date located?
Date village is located in Chandgad Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Date?
Date is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Date?
The pincode of Date is 416552.
What is the population of Date?
Date has a total population of 1,735, including 889 males and 846 females.
How many households are there in Date?
There are 357 households in Date.
What is the literacy rate in Date?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Date is 67.20%. Male literacy is 76.04% and female literacy is 57.92%.