Kalankwadi - Radhanagari, Kolhapur
Kalankwadi is a village situated in the Radhanagari tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Radhanagari and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Kanthewadi serves as the Village Panchayat for Kalankwadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalankwadi is 567617. The village covers a total geographical area of 83.65 hectares and falls under the 416211 pincode. Kolhapur is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Kalankwadi 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 Kalankwadi
According to the 2011 Census, Kalankwadi village had a total population of 280 people, including 144 males and 136 females, living in 57 households. The sex ratio was 944 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 94.00%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 88.00%.
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 | 280 | 144 | 136 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 19 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 235 | 125 | 110 |
| Illiterate Population | 45 | 19 | 26 |
Nearby Villages of Kalankwadi
Kalankwadi 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 Kalankwadi
Kalankwadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Kalankwadi is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kalankwadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalankwadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kalankwadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kalankwadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kalankwadi
Where is Kalankwadi located?
Kalankwadi village is located in Radhanagari Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Kalankwadi?
The Village Panchayat of Kalankwadi is Kanthewadi.
What is the pincode of Kalankwadi?
The pincode of Kalankwadi is 416211.
What is the population of Kalankwadi?
Kalankwadi had a total population of 280, including 144 males and 136 females.
How many households are there in Kalankwadi?
Kalankwadi had 57 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kalankwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalankwadi was 94.00%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 88.00%.