Nitawade - Karvir, Kolhapur
Nitawade is a village situated in the Karvir tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 14 km from Kolhapur, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Nitawade village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nitawade is 567395. The village covers a total geographical area of 133 hectares and falls under the 416229 pincode. Kolhapur is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Nitawade 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 Nitawade
According to the 2011 Census, Nitawade village had a total population of 514 people, including 265 males and 249 females, living in 105 households. The sex ratio was 940 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.29%, with male literacy at 84.62% and female literacy at 69.64%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 514 | 265 | 249 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 31 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 354 | 198 | 156 |
| Illiterate Population | 160 | 67 | 93 |
Nearby Villages of Nitawade
Nitawade is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Nitawade
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Nitawade.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kolhapur to Nitawade is about 14 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 Nitawade
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nitawade village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Nitawade
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nitawade village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Nitawade
Where is Nitawade located?
Nitawade village is located in Karvir Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nitawade?
Nitawade is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nitawade?
The pincode of Nitawade is 416229.
What is the population of Nitawade?
Nitawade had a total population of 514, including 265 males and 249 females.
How many households are there in Nitawade?
Nitawade had 105 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nitawade?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nitawade was 77.29%. Male literacy was 84.62% and female literacy was 69.64%.