Helewadi - Gadhinglaj, Kolhapur
Helewadi is a village situated in the Gadhinglaj tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gadhinglaj and around 105 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Shippur Tarf Nesari serves as the Village Panchayat for Helewadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Helewadi is 568041. The village covers a total geographical area of 115.55 hectares and falls under the 416504 pincode. Gadhinglaj is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Helewadi 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 Helewadi
According to the 2011 Census, Helewadi village had a total population of 362 people, including 186 males and 176 females, living in 84 households. The sex ratio was 946 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.10%, with male literacy at 86.96% and female literacy at 64.97%.
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 | 362 | 186 | 176 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 25 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 242 | 140 | 102 |
| Illiterate Population | 120 | 46 | 74 |
Nearby Villages of Helewadi
Helewadi 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 Helewadi
Public transport in the Helewadi is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gadhinglaj to Helewadi is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kolhapur to Helewadi is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Helewadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Helewadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Helewadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Helewadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Helewadi
Where is Helewadi located?
Helewadi village is located in Gadhinglaj Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Helewadi?
The Village Panchayat of Helewadi is Shippur Tarf Nesari.
What is the pincode of Helewadi?
The pincode of Helewadi is 416504.
What is the population of Helewadi?
Helewadi had a total population of 362, including 186 males and 176 females.
How many households are there in Helewadi?
Helewadi had 84 households.
What is the literacy rate in Helewadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Helewadi was 76.10%. Male literacy was 86.96% and female literacy was 64.97%.