Narewadi - Gadhinglaj, Kolhapur
Narewadi is a village situated in the Gadhinglaj tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gadhinglaj and around 82 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Narewadi village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Narewadi is 568009. The village covers a total geographical area of 521 hectares and falls under the 416506 pincode. Gadhinglaj is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Narewadi 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 Narewadi
According to the 2011 Census, Narewadi village had a total population of 1,525 people, including 662 males and 863 females, living in 454 households. The sex ratio was 1,304 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.91%, with male literacy at 82.46% and female literacy at 67.49%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 68, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 1,525 | 662 | 863 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 103 | 52 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 68 | 26 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,051 | 503 | 548 |
| Illiterate Population | 474 | 159 | 315 |
Nearby Villages of Narewadi
Narewadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Manwad | East | 1.26 km |
| Tupurwadi | South-West | 1.94 km |
| Hidadugi | West | 1.97 km |
| Bugadi Katti | South-East | 2.65 km |
| Nandanwad | North-East | 2.71 km |
| Naukud | North-West | 2.74 km |
| Hasursasgiri | West | 3.29 km |
| Kadal | South-West | 3.34 km |
| Teginhal | South | 3.39 km |
| Yenechavandi | North | 3.79 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Narewadi
Public transport in the Narewadi 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 29.7 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 Narewadi is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kolhapur to Narewadi is about 82 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 Narewadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Narewadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Narewadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Narewadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Narewadi
Where is Narewadi located?
Narewadi village is located in Gadhinglaj Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Narewadi?
Narewadi is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Narewadi?
The pincode of Narewadi is 416506.
What is the population of Narewadi?
Narewadi had a total population of 1,525, including 662 males and 863 females.
How many households are there in Narewadi?
Narewadi had 454 households.
What is the literacy rate in Narewadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narewadi was 73.91%. Male literacy was 82.46% and female literacy was 67.49%.