Halkarni - Chandgad, Kolhapur
Halkarni is a village situated in the Chandgad tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandgad and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Halkarni village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Halkarni is 568188. The village covers a total geographical area of 1208.1 hectares and falls under the 416552 pincode. Belgaum(karnataka) is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Halkarni 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 Halkarni
As per Census 2011, Halkarni village has a total population of 3,935 people, consisting of 1,987 males and 1,948 females. The village has 871 households and a sex ratio of 980 females per 1,000 males. There are 380 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,633 literate and 1,302 illiterate residents. Additionally, 300 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 29 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Halkarni are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,935 | 1,987 | 1,948 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 380 | 187 | 193 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 300 | 153 | 147 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 29 | 17 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 2,633 | 1,479 | 1,154 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,302 | 508 | 794 |
Nearby Villages of Halkarni
Halkarni 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hallarwadi | North-West | 2.64 km |
| Dhumadewadi | North-East | 2.66 km |
| Tambulwadi | North | 2.79 km |
| Narewadi | North | 2.83 km |
| Murkutewadi | East | 2.85 km |
| Ambewadi | South-West | 3.19 km |
| Majare Karve | East | 3.68 km |
| Tavarewadi | North-East | 3.69 km |
| Jangamhatti | South | 3.88 km |
| Kaliwade | South-West | 3.88 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Halkarni
Halkarni 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 27.6 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 Halkarni is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kolhapur to Halkarni 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 Halkarni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Halkarni village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Halkarni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Halkarni 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Halkarni
Where is Halkarni located?
Halkarni village is located in Chandgad Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Halkarni?
Halkarni is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Halkarni?
The pincode of Halkarni is 416552.
What is the population of Halkarni?
Halkarni has a total population of 3,935, including 1,987 males and 1,948 females.
How many households are there in Halkarni?
There are 871 households in Halkarni.
What is the literacy rate in Halkarni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Halkarni is 66.91%. Male literacy is 74.43% and female literacy is 59.24%.