Khotwadi

Khotwadi is a village located in Panhala tehsil of Kolhapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Panhala (tehsildar office) and 22km away from district headquarter Kolhapur. As per 2009 stats, Khotwadi village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Khotwadi unique in its vibrant Panhala-Kolhapur region. You’ll see Khotwadi’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Khotwadi

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Khotwadi is 567228. The village spans a total geographical area of 152.5 hectares. Kolhapur is nearest town to Khotwadi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.

When it comes to local governance, Khotwadi village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Karvir Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kolhapur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Khotwadi

According to the 2011 Census, Khotwadi has a total population of about 1,273, with approximately 692 males and 581 females. The sex ratio is around 839 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 120 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 21 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 68.19%, with male literacy at about 72.69% and female literacy near 62.82%. There are around 266 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Khotwadi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,273 692 581
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 120 66 54
Scheduled Castes (SC) 21 12 9
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 868 503 365
Illiterate Population 405 189 216

Connectivity of Khotwadi

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Khotwadi. As per the 2011 stats, Khotwadi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Khotwadi

Knowing the nearby villages of Khotwadi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Khotwadi.

Frequently Asked Questions about Khotwadi

Where is Khotwadi located?
Khotwadi village is situated in Panhala Tehsil, within the Kolhapur district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khotwadi?
Khotwadi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Khotwadi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Khotwadi is 1,273, with 692 males and 581 females.
How many households are there in Khotwadi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Khotwadi village has a total of 266 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khotwadi as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khotwadi is 68.19%. The male literacy rate is 72.69%, while the female literacy rate is 62.82%.