Kadalge Bk. - Chandgad, Kolhapur
Kadalge Bk. is a village situated in the Chandgad tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandgad and around 130 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Kadalge Budruk serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kadalge Bk. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kadalge Bk. is 568153. The village covers a total geographical area of 450.16 hectares and falls under the 416507 pincode. Belgaum(karnataka) is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Kadalge Bk. 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 Kadalge Bk.
As per Census 2011, Kadalge Bk. village has a total population of 1,710 people, consisting of 843 males and 867 females. The village has 349 households and a sex ratio of 1,028 females per 1,000 males. There are 136 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,275 literate and 435 illiterate residents. Additionally, 293 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kadalge Bk. are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,710 | 843 | 867 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 136 | 69 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 293 | 143 | 150 |
| Literate Population | 1,275 | 691 | 584 |
| Illiterate Population | 435 | 152 | 283 |
Nearby Villages of Kadalge Bk.
Kadalge Bk. 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kadalge Kh. | South-West | 1.80 km |
| Shivange | West | 1.84 km |
| Kini | North-East | 1.90 km |
| Nagardale | East | 2.22 km |
| Ghullewadi | North | 2.52 km |
| Hundalewadi | North-East | 2.74 km |
| Dholagarwadi | South | 2.79 km |
| Karekundi | South-East | 2.87 km |
| Mhalewadi | North-West | 3.05 km |
| Lakikatte | North-West | 3.31 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kadalge Bk.
Public transport in the Kadalge Bk. 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 23.0 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 Kadalge Bk. is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kolhapur to Kadalge Bk. 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 Kadalge Bk.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kadalge Bk. village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kadalge Bk.
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kadalge Bk. 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Kadalge Bk.
Where is Kadalge Bk. located?
Kadalge Bk. village is located in Chandgad Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kadalge Bk.?
The Gram Panchayat of Kadalge Bk. is Kadalge Budruk.
What is the pincode of Kadalge Bk.?
The pincode of Kadalge Bk. is 416507.
What is the population of Kadalge Bk.?
Kadalge Bk. has a total population of 1,710, including 843 males and 867 females.
How many households are there in Kadalge Bk.?
There are 349 households in Kadalge Bk..
What is the literacy rate in Kadalge Bk.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kadalge Bk. is 74.56%. Male literacy is 81.97% and female literacy is 67.36%.