Motanwadi - Chandgad, Kolhapur
Motanwadi is a village situated in the Chandgad tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 61 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandgad and around 142 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Motanwadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Motanwadi is 568206. The village covers a total geographical area of 172.57 hectares and falls under the 416552 pincode. Belgaum(karnataka) is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Motanwadi 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 Motanwadi
According to the 2011 Census, Motanwadi village had a total population of 435 people, including 185 males and 250 females, living in 101 households. The sex ratio was 1,351 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.15%, with male literacy at 82.32% and female literacy at 64.94%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 23.
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 | 435 | 185 | 250 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 21 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 13 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 285 | 135 | 150 |
| Illiterate Population | 150 | 50 | 100 |
Nearby Villages of Motanwadi
Motanwadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Raidewadi | North-East | 1.24 km |
| Parle | South | 1.63 km |
| Here | North-West | 2.66 km |
| Khalsa Savarde | North | 2.81 km |
| Patane | North-East | 3.07 km |
| Khamdale | North-West | 3.12 km |
| Khalsa Kolindre | North | 3.33 km |
| Jelugade | East | 3.78 km |
| Shippur | North | 3.90 km |
| Shevale | North-East | 4.43 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Motanwadi
Public transport in the Motanwadi 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 34.5 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 Motanwadi is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kolhapur to Motanwadi is about 142 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Motanwadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Motanwadi 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 Motanwadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Motanwadi 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Motanwadi
Where is Motanwadi located?
Motanwadi village is located in Chandgad Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Motanwadi?
Motanwadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Motanwadi?
The pincode of Motanwadi is 416552.
What is the population of Motanwadi?
Motanwadi had a total population of 435, including 185 males and 250 females.
How many households are there in Motanwadi?
Motanwadi had 101 households.
What is the literacy rate in Motanwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Motanwadi was 72.15%. Male literacy was 82.32% and female literacy was 64.94%.