Mahipalgad - Chandgad, Kolhapur
Mahipalgad is a village situated in the Chandgad tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 33 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandgad and around 125 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Mahipalgad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahipalgad is 568159. The village covers a total geographical area of 378 hectares and falls under the 416507 pincode. Belgaum(karnataka) is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Mahipalgad 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 Mahipalgad
As per Census 2011, Mahipalgad village has a total population of 1,261 people, consisting of 642 males and 619 females. The village has 281 households and a sex ratio of 964 females per 1,000 males. There are 122 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 952 literate and 309 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mahipalgad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,261 | 642 | 619 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 122 | 67 | 55 |
| Literate Population | 952 | 513 | 439 |
| Illiterate Population | 309 | 129 | 180 |
Nearby Villages of Mahipalgad
Mahipalgad 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 Mahipalgad
Public transport in the Mahipalgad is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Mahipalgad.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Belgaum(karnataka) to Mahipalgad is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kolhapur to Mahipalgad 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 Mahipalgad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahipalgad 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Mahipalgad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahipalgad 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mahipalgad
Where is Mahipalgad located?
Mahipalgad village is located in Chandgad Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahipalgad?
Mahipalgad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mahipalgad?
The pincode of Mahipalgad is 416507.
What is the population of Mahipalgad?
Mahipalgad has a total population of 1,261, including 642 males and 619 females.
How many households are there in Mahipalgad?
There are 281 households in Mahipalgad.
What is the literacy rate in Mahipalgad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahipalgad is 75.50%. Male literacy is 79.91% and female literacy is 70.92%.