Amatewadi - Panhala, Kolhapur
Amatewadi is a village situated in the Panhala tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Panhala and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Savarde Tarf Satave serves as the Gram Panchayat for Amatewadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Amatewadi is 567138. The village covers a total geographical area of 246.59 hectares and falls under the 416114 pincode. Kolhapur is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Amatewadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahuwadi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hatkanangle Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Amatewadi
According to the 2011 Census, Amatewadi village had a total population of 413 people, including 219 males and 194 females, living in 87 households. The sex ratio was 886 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.19%, with male literacy at 95.00% and female literacy at 74.59%.
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 | 413 | 219 | 194 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 19 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 328 | 190 | 138 |
| Illiterate Population | 85 | 29 | 56 |
Nearby Villages of Amatewadi
Amatewadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kasaba Satave | North-East | 1.58 km |
| Devale | South | 2.50 km |
| Bhadale | West | 2.81 km |
| Sawarde T.satave | North | 2.82 km |
| Arale | East | 3.18 km |
| Avali | South-West | 3.25 km |
| Thergaon | North-West | 3.43 km |
| Paijarwadi | South | 3.68 km |
| Borpadale | South-East | 3.73 km |
| Saidapur | North-West | 4.45 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Amatewadi
Amatewadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 23.6 km.
| 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 Amatewadi is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Amatewadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Amatewadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Amatewadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Amatewadi 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Amatewadi
Where is Amatewadi located?
Amatewadi village is located in Panhala Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Amatewadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Amatewadi is Savarde Tarf Satave.
What is the pincode of Amatewadi?
The pincode of Amatewadi is 416114.
What is the population of Amatewadi?
Amatewadi had a total population of 413, including 219 males and 194 females.
How many households are there in Amatewadi?
Amatewadi had 87 households.
What is the literacy rate in Amatewadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Amatewadi was 85.19%. Male literacy was 95.00% and female literacy was 74.59%.