Dugunwadi - Gadhinglaj, Kolhapur
Dugunwadi is a village situated in the Gadhinglaj tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gadhinglaj and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Dugunwadi village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dugunwadi is 568029. The village covers a total geographical area of 245 hectares and falls under the 416503 pincode. Gadhinglaj is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Dugunwadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chandgad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kolhapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dugunwadi
According to the 2011 Census, Dugunwadi village had a total population of 662 people, including 283 males and 379 females, living in 196 households. The sex ratio was 1,339 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.51%, with male literacy at 81.56% and female literacy at 57.71%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 40, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
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 | 662 | 283 | 379 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 39 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 40 | 17 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 401 | 199 | 202 |
| Illiterate Population | 261 | 84 | 177 |
Nearby Villages of Dugunwadi
Dugunwadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mungurwadi | South-East | 1.46 km |
| Kadal | North | 1.52 km |
| Masewadi | West | 1.77 km |
| Jambhulwadi | South-West | 1.88 km |
| Teginhal | East | 2.06 km |
| Tupurwadi | North-East | 2.43 km |
| Manganur Tarf Sawatwadi | South-West | 3.26 km |
| Hidadugi | North | 3.30 km |
| Hasursasgiri | North | 3.44 km |
| Hasurwadi | North-West | 3.48 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dugunwadi
Dugunwadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Pachhapur, while the nearest airport is Belgaum Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 28.9 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 Dugunwadi is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kolhapur to Dugunwadi is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dugunwadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dugunwadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Dugunwadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dugunwadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dugunwadi
Where is Dugunwadi located?
Dugunwadi village is located in Gadhinglaj Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Dugunwadi?
Dugunwadi is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dugunwadi?
The pincode of Dugunwadi is 416503.
What is the population of Dugunwadi?
Dugunwadi had a total population of 662, including 283 males and 379 females.
How many households are there in Dugunwadi?
Dugunwadi had 196 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dugunwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dugunwadi was 67.51%. Male literacy was 81.56% and female literacy was 57.71%.