Narande - Hatkanangle, Kolhapur
Narande is a village situated in the Hatkanangle tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hatkanangle and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Narande village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Narande is 567282. The village covers a total geographical area of 1431 hectares and falls under the 416110 pincode. Vadgaon Kasba is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Narande 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 Narande
As per Census 2011, Narande village has a total population of 6,896 people, consisting of 3,548 males and 3,348 females. The village has 1,463 households and a sex ratio of 943 females per 1,000 males. There are 741 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,784 literate and 2,112 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,244 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Narande are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,896 | 3,548 | 3,348 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 741 | 392 | 349 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,244 | 652 | 592 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 4,784 | 2,640 | 2,144 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,112 | 908 | 1,204 |
Nearby Villages of Narande
Narande 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Savarde | West | 3.07 km |
| Vathar Tarf Udgaon | North | 3.28 km |
| Birdevwadi | South | 3.49 km |
| Bhendavade | North-West | 3.77 km |
| Laxmiwadi | South-West | 3.96 km |
| Kapurwadi | West | 4.76 km |
| Nej | South-East | 4.77 km |
| Alte | South | 4.91 km |
| Kumbhoj | East | 5.15 km |
| Latavade | North-West | 5.33 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Narande
Narande is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Hatkanagale, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 14.9 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vadgaon Kasba to Narande is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kolhapur to Narande is about 35 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 Narande
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Narande 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 Narande
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Narande village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Narande
Where is Narande located?
Narande village is located in Hatkanangle Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Narande?
Narande is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Narande?
The pincode of Narande is 416110.
What is the population of Narande?
Narande has a total population of 6,896, including 3,548 males and 3,348 females.
How many households are there in Narande?
There are 1,463 households in Narande.
What is the literacy rate in Narande?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narande is 69.37%. Male literacy is 74.41% and female literacy is 64.04%.