Raidewadi - Chandgad, Kolhapur
Raidewadi is a village situated in the Chandgad tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 62 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandgad and around 144 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Motanwadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raidewadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raidewadi is 568208. The village covers a total geographical area of 128.13 hectares and falls under the 416552 pincode. Belgaum(karnataka) is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Raidewadi 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 Raidewadi
According to the 2011 Census, Raidewadi village had a total population of 226 people, including 109 males and 117 females, living in 45 households. The sex ratio was 1,073 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.95%, with male literacy at 85.71% and female literacy at 84.26%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 7.
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 | 226 | 109 | 117 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 11 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 175 | 84 | 91 |
| Illiterate Population | 51 | 25 | 26 |
Nearby Villages of Raidewadi
Raidewadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Motanwadi | South-West | 1.24 km |
| Patane | East | 2.04 km |
| Khalsa Savarde | North-West | 2.16 km |
| Khalsa Kolindre | North | 2.35 km |
| Here | North-West | 2.62 km |
| Shippur | North | 2.74 km |
| Parle | South-West | 2.82 km |
| Shevale | North-East | 3.31 km |
| Jelugade | South-East | 3.47 km |
| Khamdale | West | 3.63 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Raidewadi
Raidewadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Belgaum, while the nearest airport is Belgaum Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Raidewadi is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kolhapur to Raidewadi is about 144 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 Raidewadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raidewadi 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Raidewadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raidewadi 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Raidewadi
Where is Raidewadi located?
Raidewadi village is located in Chandgad Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raidewadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Raidewadi is Motanwadi.
What is the pincode of Raidewadi?
The pincode of Raidewadi is 416552.
What is the population of Raidewadi?
Raidewadi had a total population of 226, including 109 males and 117 females.
How many households are there in Raidewadi?
Raidewadi had 45 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raidewadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raidewadi was 84.95%. Male literacy was 85.71% and female literacy was 84.26%.