Chandekarwadi - Radhanagari, Kolhapur
Chandekarwadi is a village situated in the Radhanagari tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Radhanagari and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Chandekarwadi village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chandekarwadi is 567583. The village covers a total geographical area of 236.42 hectares and falls under the 416221 pincode. Murgud is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Chandekarwadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Radhanagari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kolhapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chandekarwadi
According to the 2011 Census, Chandekarwadi village had a total population of 1,685 people, including 853 males and 832 females, living in 356 households. The sex ratio was 975 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.65%, with male literacy at 92.75% and female literacy at 70.34%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 5.
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 | 1,685 | 853 | 832 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 181 | 94 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,228 | 704 | 524 |
| Illiterate Population | 457 | 149 | 308 |
Nearby Villages of Chandekarwadi
Chandekarwadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Belawale Bk. | North-East | 1.34 km |
| Kasabawalwe | South | 2.49 km |
| Belawale Kh. | North-East | 2.54 km |
| Chandre | South-West | 2.89 km |
| Nigave Khalsa | North-West | 2.92 km |
| Kavane | North | 3.20 km |
| Arjunwada | South-West | 3.74 km |
| Palkarwadi | South | 3.96 km |
| Kembali | North-East | 3.99 km |
| Sake | East | 4.01 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chandekarwadi
Chandekarwadi 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 17.3 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 Murgud to Chandekarwadi is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kolhapur to Chandekarwadi is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chandekarwadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chandekarwadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Chandekarwadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chandekarwadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chandekarwadi
Where is Chandekarwadi located?
Chandekarwadi village is located in Radhanagari Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Chandekarwadi?
Chandekarwadi is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chandekarwadi?
The pincode of Chandekarwadi is 416221.
What is the population of Chandekarwadi?
Chandekarwadi had a total population of 1,685, including 853 males and 832 females.
How many households are there in Chandekarwadi?
Chandekarwadi had 356 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chandekarwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandekarwadi was 81.65%. Male literacy was 92.75% and female literacy was 70.34%.