Khotwadi - Hatkanangle, Kolhapur
Khotwadi is a village situated in the Hatkanangle tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hatkanangle and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Khotwadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khotwadi is 567312. The village covers a total geographical area of 223 hectares and falls under the 416121 pincode. Ichalkaranji is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Khotwadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ichalkaranji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hatkanangle Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khotwadi
As per Census 2011, Khotwadi village has a total population of 7,201 people, consisting of 3,759 males and 3,442 females. The village has 1,666 households and a sex ratio of 915 females per 1,000 males. There are 986 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,142 literate and 2,059 illiterate residents. Additionally, 852 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khotwadi are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Khotwadi
Khotwadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tardal | North-West | 1.76 km |
| Yadrav | South-East | 2.24 km |
| Kondigre | North-East | 2.79 km |
| Jambhali | East | 4.10 km |
| Nimshirgaon | North | 4.96 km |
| Kabnur | South-West | 5.33 km |
| Tamdalge | North | 5.42 km |
| Hatkanangale | West | 5.51 km |
| Haroli | East | 5.62 km |
| Takawade | South-East | 5.67 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khotwadi
Khotwadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Nimshirgaon Tamdalge, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 16.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ichalkaranji to Khotwadi is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kolhapur to Khotwadi is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khotwadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khotwadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Khotwadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khotwadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Khotwadi
Where is Khotwadi located?
Khotwadi village is located in Hatkanangle Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khotwadi?
Khotwadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khotwadi?
The pincode of Khotwadi is 416121.
What is the population of Khotwadi?
Khotwadi has a total population of 7,201, including 3,759 males and 3,442 females.
How many households are there in Khotwadi?
There are 1,666 households in Khotwadi.
What is the literacy rate in Khotwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khotwadi is 71.41%. Male literacy is 76.51% and female literacy is 65.83%.