Helewadi - Radhanagari, Kolhapur
Helewadi is a village situated in the Radhanagari tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Radhanagari and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Helewadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Helewadi is 567654. The village covers a total geographical area of 98 hectares and falls under the 416210 pincode. Murgud is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Helewadi 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 Helewadi
According to the 2011 Census, Helewadi village had a total population of 631 people, including 331 males and 300 females, living in 126 households. The sex ratio was 906 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.15%, with male literacy at 86.90% and female literacy at 60.30%.
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 | 631 | 331 | 300 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 41 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 413 | 252 | 161 |
| Illiterate Population | 218 | 79 | 139 |
Nearby Villages of Helewadi
Helewadi is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Helewadi
Helewadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Helewadi is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kolhapur to Helewadi is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Helewadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Helewadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Helewadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Helewadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Helewadi
Where is Helewadi located?
Helewadi village is located in Radhanagari Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Helewadi?
Helewadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Helewadi?
The pincode of Helewadi is 416210.
What is the population of Helewadi?
Helewadi had a total population of 631, including 331 males and 300 females.
How many households are there in Helewadi?
Helewadi had 126 households.
What is the literacy rate in Helewadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Helewadi was 74.15%. Male literacy was 86.90% and female literacy was 60.30%.