Kadalge - Gadhinglaj, Kolhapur
Kadalge is a village situated in the Gadhinglaj tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gadhinglaj and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Kadalage serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kadalge village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kadalge is 567992. The village covers a total geographical area of 534 hectares and falls under the 416506 pincode. Sankeshwar(karnataka) is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Kadalge 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 Kadalge
As per Census 2011, Kadalge village has a total population of 2,347 people, consisting of 1,175 males and 1,172 females. The village has 486 households and a sex ratio of 997 females per 1,000 males. There are 254 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,562 literate and 785 illiterate residents. Additionally, 326 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 58 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kadalge are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,347 | 1,175 | 1,172 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 254 | 128 | 126 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 326 | 163 | 163 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 58 | 27 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 1,562 | 911 | 651 |
| Illiterate Population | 785 | 264 | 521 |
Nearby Villages of Kadalge
Kadalge 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Idarguchhi | South-West | 1.07 km |
| Aralgundi | North | 1.52 km |
| Chandankud | South | 2.40 km |
| Khandal | North-West | 3.18 km |
| Chikalgud | East | 3.25 km |
| Nangnur | North | 3.37 km |
| Halkarni | South-West | 4.08 km |
| Basarge Kh | South-West | 4.18 km |
| U Khanapur | South | 4.68 km |
| Hitni | North-West | 4.97 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kadalge
Kadalge 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 31.4 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 Sankeshwar(karnataka) to Kadalge is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kolhapur to Kadalge is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kadalge
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kadalge village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kadalge
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kadalge 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kadalge
Where is Kadalge located?
Kadalge village is located in Gadhinglaj Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kadalge?
The Gram Panchayat of Kadalge is Kadalage.
What is the pincode of Kadalge?
The pincode of Kadalge is 416506.
What is the population of Kadalge?
Kadalge has a total population of 2,347, including 1,175 males and 1,172 females.
How many households are there in Kadalge?
There are 486 households in Kadalge.
What is the literacy rate in Kadalge?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kadalge is 66.55%. Male literacy is 77.53% and female literacy is 55.55%.