K.Thane - Panhala, Kolhapur
K.Thane is a village situated in the Panhala tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 44 km from the tehsil headquarters in Panhala and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Kasaba Thane serves as the Gram Panchayat for K.Thane village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of K.Thane is 567210. The village covers a total geographical area of 325 hectares and falls under the 416205 pincode. Kolhapur is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
K.Thane 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 K.Thane
As per Census 2011, K.Thane village has a total population of 2,792 people, consisting of 1,444 males and 1,348 females. The village has 593 households and a sex ratio of 933 females per 1,000 males. There are 287 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,062 literate and 730 illiterate residents. Additionally, 463 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for K.Thane are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,792 | 1,444 | 1,348 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 287 | 141 | 146 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 463 | 233 | 230 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,062 | 1,149 | 913 |
| Illiterate Population | 730 | 295 | 435 |
Nearby Villages of K.Thane
K.Thane 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Digavade | South-West | 1.52 km |
| Mahadikwadi | South | 1.62 km |
| Devthane | North-East | 1.95 km |
| Alave | North-West | 1.99 km |
| Pimple T.thane | North | 2.22 km |
| Tirpan | West | 2.35 km |
| Mhalunge Tarf Borgaon | South | 2.66 km |
| Khotwadi | North-East | 2.69 km |
| Manewadi | North-West | 2.90 km |
| Majagaon | East | 3.07 km |
Transport and Connectivity of K.Thane
K.Thane 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 19.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kolhapur to K.Thane is about 25 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 K.Thane
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for K.Thane 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 K.Thane
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving K.Thane 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about K.Thane
Where is K.Thane located?
K.Thane village is located in Panhala Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of K.Thane?
The Gram Panchayat of K.Thane is Kasaba Thane.
What is the pincode of K.Thane?
The pincode of K.Thane is 416205.
What is the population of K.Thane?
K.Thane has a total population of 2,792, including 1,444 males and 1,348 females.
How many households are there in K.Thane?
There are 593 households in K.Thane.
What is the literacy rate in K.Thane?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of K.Thane is 73.85%. Male literacy is 79.57% and female literacy is 67.73%.