Dundage - Chandgad, Kolhapur
Dundage is a village situated in the Chandgad tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandgad and around 125 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Dundage village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dundage is 568141. The village covers a total geographical area of 313 hectares and falls under the 416508 pincode. Belgaum(karnataka) is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Dundage 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 Dundage
According to the 2011 Census, Dundage village had a total population of 1,224 people, including 578 males and 646 females, living in 284 households. The sex ratio was 1,118 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.21%, with male literacy at 79.20% and female literacy at 65.86%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 11.
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 | 1,224 | 578 | 646 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 123 | 54 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 795 | 415 | 380 |
| Illiterate Population | 429 | 163 | 266 |
Nearby Villages of Dundage
Dundage 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kowad | South-West | 1.34 km |
| Teurwadi | North-West | 2.51 km |
| Nittur | West | 2.70 km |
| Ghullewadi | South-West | 3.19 km |
| Chinchane | North | 3.32 km |
| Kalkundri | South-East | 3.36 km |
| Talguli | East | 3.64 km |
| Kudnoor | South-East | 3.71 km |
| Kini | South | 3.78 km |
| Hundalewadi | South | 3.82 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dundage
Dundage 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 22.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Belgaum(karnataka) to Dundage is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kolhapur to Dundage is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dundage
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dundage village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dundage
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dundage 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dundage
Where is Dundage located?
Dundage village is located in Chandgad Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Dundage?
Dundage is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dundage?
The pincode of Dundage is 416508.
What is the population of Dundage?
Dundage had a total population of 1,224, including 578 males and 646 females.
How many households are there in Dundage?
Dundage had 284 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dundage?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dundage was 72.21%. Male literacy was 79.20% and female literacy was 65.86%.