Khotwadi
Khotwadi is a village located in Hatkanangle tehsil of Kolhapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Hatkanangle (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Kolhapur. As per 2009 stats, Khotwadi village is also a gram panchayat.
Khotwadi has its own place in the vibrant Kolhapur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Khotwadi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Khotwadi is 567312. The village spans a total geographical area of 223 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 416121. Ichalkaranji is nearest town to Khotwadi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
When it comes to local governance, Khotwadi village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Ichalkaranji Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hatkanangle Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Khotwadi
Population of Khotwadi
Below is a concise population overview of Khotwadi as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,201 | 3,759 | 3,442 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 986 | 502 | 484 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 852 | 446 | 406 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 7 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 5,142 | 2,876 | 2,266 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,059 | 883 | 1,176 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Khotwadi village:
- The total population of Khotwadi village is around 7,201, including approximately 3,759 males and 3,442 females, with a sex ratio of 915 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 986 children aged 0–6 years in Khotwadi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Khotwadi village has 852 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 9 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Khotwadi village is about 71.41%, with male literacy at 76.51% and female literacy at 65.83%.
- There are around 1,666 households in Khotwadi village.
Connectivity of Khotwadi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Khotwadi. As per the 2011 stats, Khotwadi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Khotwadi
Knowing the nearby villages of Khotwadi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Khotwadi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Khotwadi
- Where is Khotwadi located?
- Khotwadi village is situated in Hatkanangle Tehsil, within the Kolhapur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Khotwadi?
- Khotwadi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Khotwadi?
- The pincode of Khotwadi is 416121, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Khotwadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Khotwadi is 7,201, with 3,759 males and 3,442 females.
- How many households are there in Khotwadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Khotwadi village has a total of 1,666 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Khotwadi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khotwadi is 71.41%. The male literacy rate is 76.51%, while the female literacy rate is 65.83%.