Mutnal - Gadhinglaj, Kolhapur
Mutnal is a village situated in the Gadhinglaj tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gadhinglaj and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Mutnal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mutnal is 567988. The village covers a total geographical area of 405.1 hectares and falls under the 416501 pincode. Sankeshwar(karnataka) is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Mutnal 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 Mutnal
As per Census 2011, Mutnal village has a total population of 4,291 people, consisting of 2,154 males and 2,137 females. The village has 844 households and a sex ratio of 992 females per 1,000 males. There are 585 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,662 literate and 1,629 illiterate residents. Additionally, 416 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 256 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mutnal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,291 | 2,154 | 2,137 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 585 | 298 | 287 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 416 | 209 | 207 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 256 | 117 | 139 |
| Literate Population | 2,662 | 1,517 | 1,145 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,629 | 637 | 992 |
Nearby Villages of Mutnal
Mutnal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nilji | West | 1.55 km |
| Hitni | South-East | 1.68 km |
| Hebbal Kasaba Nool | West | 3.16 km |
| Kasaba Nool | South | 3.30 km |
| Sollapur | North | 3.55 km |
| Khandal | South-East | 3.59 km |
| Mugali | South-West | 4.08 km |
| Nangnur | East | 4.54 km |
| Sankeshwar (r) | East | 4.63 km |
| Hasurchampu | North-West | 5.00 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mutnal
Mutnal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Parkanhatti, while the nearest airport is Belgaum Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.9 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 Sankeshwar(karnataka) to Mutnal is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kolhapur to Mutnal 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 Mutnal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mutnal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Mutnal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mutnal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mutnal
Where is Mutnal located?
Mutnal village is located in Gadhinglaj Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mutnal?
Mutnal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mutnal?
The pincode of Mutnal is 416501.
What is the population of Mutnal?
Mutnal has a total population of 4,291, including 2,154 males and 2,137 females.
How many households are there in Mutnal?
There are 844 households in Mutnal.
What is the literacy rate in Mutnal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mutnal is 62.04%. Male literacy is 70.43% and female literacy is 53.58%.