Fatakwadi - Chandgad, Kolhapur
Fatakwadi is a village situated in the Chandgad tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandgad and around 156 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Hindgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Fatakwadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Fatakwadi is 568081. The village covers a total geographical area of 293.41 hectares and falls under the 416509 pincode. Belgaum(karnataka) is the nearest town, located about 57 km away.
Fatakwadi 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 Fatakwadi
According to the 2011 Census, Fatakwadi village had a total population of 477 people, including 243 males and 234 females, living in 90 households. The sex ratio was 963 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.73%, with male literacy at 83.02% and female literacy at 58.60%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 157.
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 | 477 | 243 | 234 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 31 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 157 | 76 | 81 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 302 | 176 | 126 |
| Illiterate Population | 175 | 67 | 108 |
Nearby Villages of Fatakwadi
Fatakwadi 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 Fatakwadi
Fatakwadi 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 5-10 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 Belgaum(karnataka) to Fatakwadi is about 57 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kolhapur to Fatakwadi is about 156 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Fatakwadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Fatakwadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Fatakwadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Fatakwadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Fatakwadi
Where is Fatakwadi located?
Fatakwadi village is located in Chandgad Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Fatakwadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Fatakwadi is Hindgaon.
What is the pincode of Fatakwadi?
The pincode of Fatakwadi is 416509.
What is the population of Fatakwadi?
Fatakwadi had a total population of 477, including 243 males and 234 females.
How many households are there in Fatakwadi?
Fatakwadi had 90 households.
What is the literacy rate in Fatakwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Fatakwadi was 70.73%. Male literacy was 83.02% and female literacy was 58.60%.