Nesari - Gadhinglaj, Kolhapur
Nesari 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. Kasaba Nesari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nesari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nesari is 568042. The village covers a total geographical area of 637 hectares and falls under the 416504 pincode. Gadhinglaj is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Nesari 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 Nesari
As per Census 2011, Nesari village has a total population of 6,993 people, consisting of 3,435 males and 3,558 females. The village has 1,578 households and a sex ratio of 1,035 females per 1,000 males. There are 719 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,037 literate and 1,956 illiterate residents. Additionally, 860 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 86 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nesari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,993 | 3,435 | 3,558 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 719 | 384 | 335 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 860 | 401 | 459 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 86 | 42 | 44 |
| Literate Population | 5,037 | 2,661 | 2,376 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,956 | 774 | 1,182 |
Nearby Villages of Nesari
Nesari 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Talewadi | South-West | 1.43 km |
| Tarewadi | East | 1.67 km |
| Poshratwadi | North | 2.01 km |
| Redewadi | North-West | 2.16 km |
| Maladewadi | South-West | 2.45 km |
| Shippur Tarf Nesari | North | 2.62 km |
| Donewadi | South | 2.65 km |
| Sawatwadi Tarf Nesari | South-West | 2.72 km |
| Kine | West | 3.31 km |
| Tikkewadi | South-West | 3.65 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nesari
Nesari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Belgaum, while the nearest airport is Belgaum Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 29.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gadhinglaj to Nesari is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kolhapur to Nesari 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 Nesari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nesari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Nesari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nesari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Nesari
Where is Nesari located?
Nesari village is located in Gadhinglaj Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nesari?
The Gram Panchayat of Nesari is Kasaba Nesari.
What is the pincode of Nesari?
The pincode of Nesari is 416504.
What is the population of Nesari?
Nesari has a total population of 6,993, including 3,435 males and 3,558 females.
How many households are there in Nesari?
There are 1,578 households in Nesari.
What is the literacy rate in Nesari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nesari is 72.03%. Male literacy is 77.47% and female literacy is 66.78%.