Mahadikwadi - Panhala, Kolhapur
Mahadikwadi is a village situated in the Panhala tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Panhala and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Mahadikwadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahadikwadi is 567209. The village covers a total geographical area of 121.17 hectares and falls under the 416205 pincode. Kolhapur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Mahadikwadi 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 Mahadikwadi
According to the 2011 Census, Mahadikwadi village had a total population of 766 people, including 398 males and 368 females, living in 171 households. The sex ratio was 925 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.78%, with male literacy at 81.22% and female literacy at 61.61%.
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 | 766 | 398 | 368 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 36 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 501 | 294 | 207 |
| Illiterate Population | 265 | 104 | 161 |
Nearby Villages of Mahadikwadi
Mahadikwadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mhalunge Tarf Borgaon | South-West | 1.33 km |
| Digavade | West | 1.49 km |
| K.thane | North | 1.62 km |
| Pushire T.borgaon | South-West | 2.11 km |
| Padal | East | 2.55 km |
| Tirpan | West | 2.79 km |
| Satarde | South-East | 2.88 km |
| Majagaon | North-East | 3.03 km |
| Punal | South-West | 3.17 km |
| Devthane | North | 3.23 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mahadikwadi
Mahadikwadi 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 18.2 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 Mahadikwadi is about 20 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 Mahadikwadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahadikwadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Mahadikwadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahadikwadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Mahadikwadi
Where is Mahadikwadi located?
Mahadikwadi village is located in Panhala Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahadikwadi?
Mahadikwadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mahadikwadi?
The pincode of Mahadikwadi is 416205.
What is the population of Mahadikwadi?
Mahadikwadi had a total population of 766, including 398 males and 368 females.
How many households are there in Mahadikwadi?
Mahadikwadi had 171 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mahadikwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahadikwadi was 71.78%. Male literacy was 81.22% and female literacy was 61.61%.