Nigave Dumala - Karvir, Kolhapur
Nigave Dumala is a village situated in the Karvir tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 11 km from Kolhapur, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Nigave Dumala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nigave Dumala is 567398. The village covers a total geographical area of 692 hectares and falls under the 416229 pincode. Kolhapur is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Nigave Dumala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karvir Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kolhapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nigave Dumala
As per Census 2011, Nigave Dumala village has a total population of 6,898 people, consisting of 3,591 males and 3,307 females. The village has 1,407 households and a sex ratio of 920 females per 1,000 males. There are 757 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,818 literate and 2,080 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,007 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 16 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nigave Dumala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,898 | 3,591 | 3,307 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 757 | 432 | 325 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,007 | 510 | 497 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 6 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 4,818 | 2,680 | 2,138 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,080 | 911 | 1,169 |
Nearby Villages of Nigave Dumala
Nigave Dumala 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Vadanage | South | 2.13 km |
| Bhuye | North-East | 2.23 km |
| Bhuyewadi | North | 2.62 km |
| Kushire Tarfe Thane | North-West | 3.36 km |
| Kerali | West | 3.60 km |
| Chikhali | South-West | 3.70 km |
| Jatharwadi | North | 3.82 km |
| Ambewadi | South | 4.26 km |
| Shiye | North-East | 4.68 km |
| Pohale T.alate | North-West | 4.92 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nigave Dumala
Nigave Dumala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is C Shahu M Raj Kolhapur Term, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 9.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kolhapur to Nigave Dumala is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nigave Dumala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nigave Dumala 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 Nigave Dumala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nigave Dumala 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Nigave Dumala
Where is Nigave Dumala located?
Nigave Dumala village is located in Karvir Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nigave Dumala?
Nigave Dumala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nigave Dumala?
The pincode of Nigave Dumala is 416229.
What is the population of Nigave Dumala?
Nigave Dumala has a total population of 6,898, including 3,591 males and 3,307 females.
How many households are there in Nigave Dumala?
There are 1,407 households in Nigave Dumala.
What is the literacy rate in Nigave Dumala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nigave Dumala is 69.85%. Male literacy is 74.63% and female literacy is 64.65%.