Gandharvagad - Chandgad, Kolhapur
Gandharvagad is a village situated in the Chandgad tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 44 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandgad and around 130 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Koraj serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gandharvagad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gandharvagad is 568106. The village covers a total geographical area of 337 hectares and falls under the 416509 pincode. Belgaum(karnataka) is the nearest town, located about 39 km away.
Gandharvagad 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 Gandharvagad
As per Census 2011, Gandharvagad village has a total population of 365 people, consisting of 190 males and 175 females. The village has 80 households and a sex ratio of 921 females per 1,000 males. There are 27 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 248 literate and 117 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gandharvagad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 365 | 190 | 175 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 14 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 248 | 152 | 96 |
| Illiterate Population | 117 | 38 | 79 |
Nearby Villages of Gandharvagad
Gandharvagad 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 Gandharvagad
Public transport in the Gandharvagad 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 Belgaum(karnataka) to Gandharvagad is about 39 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kolhapur to Gandharvagad is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gandharvagad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gandharvagad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Gandharvagad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gandharvagad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gandharvagad
Where is Gandharvagad located?
Gandharvagad village is located in Chandgad Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gandharvagad?
The Gram Panchayat of Gandharvagad is Koraj.
What is the pincode of Gandharvagad?
The pincode of Gandharvagad is 416509.
What is the population of Gandharvagad?
Gandharvagad has a total population of 365, including 190 males and 175 females.
How many households are there in Gandharvagad?
There are 80 households in Gandharvagad.
What is the literacy rate in Gandharvagad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gandharvagad is 67.95%. Male literacy is 80.00% and female literacy is 54.86%.