Bhadole - Hatkanangle, Kolhapur
Bhadole is a village situated in the Hatkanangle tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hatkanangle and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Bhadole village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhadole is 567270. The village covers a total geographical area of 1516.52 hectares and falls under the 416112 pincode. Vadgaon Kasba is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Bhadole village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hatkanangle Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Bhadole
As per Census 2011, Bhadole village has a total population of 11,273 people, consisting of 5,848 males and 5,425 females. The village has 2,280 households and a sex ratio of 927 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,222 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 8,184 literate and 3,089 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,735 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 12 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhadole are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 11,273 | 5,848 | 5,425 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,222 | 670 | 552 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,735 | 857 | 878 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 8,184 | 4,617 | 3,567 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,089 | 1,231 | 1,858 |
Nearby Villages of Bhadole
Bhadole 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Latavade | South-East | 2.76 km |
| Kini | North-West | 3.22 km |
| Koregaon | North | 3.87 km |
| Shigaon | North-East | 3.93 km |
| Vathar Tarf Vadgaon | West | 4.43 km |
| Pharnewadi(shigaon) | North-East | 4.85 km |
| Bhendavade | East | 5.01 km |
| Minche | South | 5.30 km |
| Bahadurwadi | North | 5.90 km |
| Ghunaki | North-West | 5.96 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bhadole
Bhadole is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Rukadi, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 16.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vadgaon Kasba to Bhadole is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kolhapur to Bhadole is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhadole
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhadole 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 Bhadole
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhadole village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bhadole
Where is Bhadole located?
Bhadole village is located in Hatkanangle Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhadole?
Bhadole is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bhadole?
The pincode of Bhadole is 416112.
What is the population of Bhadole?
Bhadole has a total population of 11,273, including 5,848 males and 5,425 females.
How many households are there in Bhadole?
There are 2,280 households in Bhadole.
What is the literacy rate in Bhadole?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhadole is 72.60%. Male literacy is 78.95% and female literacy is 65.75%.