Malagewadi - Chandgad, Kolhapur
Malagewadi is a village situated in the Chandgad tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandgad and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Adkur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Malagewadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malagewadi is 568067. The village covers a total geographical area of 241.61 hectares and falls under the 416509 pincode. Gadhinglaj is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Malagewadi 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 Malagewadi
According to the 2011 Census, Malagewadi village had a total population of 497 people, including 244 males and 253 females, living in 103 households. The sex ratio was 1,037 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.67%, with male literacy at 79.33% and female literacy at 54.91%.
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 | 497 | 244 | 253 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 36 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 288 | 165 | 123 |
| Illiterate Population | 209 | 79 | 130 |
Nearby Villages of Malagewadi
Malagewadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Morewadi | South-West | 1.44 km |
| Bonjurdi | South-West | 1.64 km |
| Arjunwadi | East | 1.76 km |
| Watangi | North-West | 2.33 km |
| Vinjhane | South-West | 2.88 km |
| Tikkewadi | East | 2.90 km |
| Adkur | South | 3.00 km |
| Kerakbol | North-East | 3.01 km |
| Kanadewadi | East | 3.55 km |
| Maladewadi | East | 3.85 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Malagewadi
Malagewadi 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 32.1 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 Gadhinglaj to Malagewadi is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kolhapur to Malagewadi is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malagewadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malagewadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Malagewadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malagewadi 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Malagewadi
Where is Malagewadi located?
Malagewadi village is located in Chandgad Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malagewadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Malagewadi is Adkur.
What is the pincode of Malagewadi?
The pincode of Malagewadi is 416509.
What is the population of Malagewadi?
Malagewadi had a total population of 497, including 244 males and 253 females.
How many households are there in Malagewadi?
Malagewadi had 103 households.
What is the literacy rate in Malagewadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malagewadi was 66.67%. Male literacy was 79.33% and female literacy was 54.91%.