Kasabawalwe Village - Radhanagari, Kolhapur
Kasabawalwe is a village situated in the Radhanagari tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Radhanagari and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Kasaba Valave serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kasabawalwe village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kasabawalwe is 567584. The village covers a total geographical area of 1183.92 hectares and falls under the 416221 pincode. Murgud is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Kasabawalwe 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 Kasabawalwe
As per Census 2011, Kasabawalwe village has a total population of 6,563 people, consisting of 3,419 males and 3,144 females. The village has 1,501 households and a sex ratio of 919 females per 1,000 males. There are 626 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,133 literate and 1,430 illiterate residents. Additionally, 774 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kasabawalwe are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,563 | 3,419 | 3,144 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 626 | 344 | 282 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 774 | 389 | 385 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 5,133 | 2,932 | 2,201 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,430 | 487 | 943 |
Nearby Villages of Kasabawalwe
Kasabawalwe 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Palkarwadi | South | 1.59 km |
| Chandekarwadi | North | 2.49 km |
| Arjunwada | West | 2.99 km |
| Valave Kh. | South | 3.13 km |
| Chandre | West | 3.17 km |
| Belawale Bk. | North | 3.30 km |
| Pirachiwadi | East | 3.79 km |
| Titawe | South-West | 3.85 km |
| Belawale Kh. | North | 4.01 km |
| Sake | North-East | 4.11 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kasabawalwe
Kasabawalwe 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 18.6 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 Kasabawalwe is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kolhapur to Kasabawalwe is about 30 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 Kasabawalwe
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kasabawalwe village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kasabawalwe
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kasabawalwe village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kasabawalwe
Where is Kasabawalwe located?
Kasabawalwe village is located in Radhanagari Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kasabawalwe?
The Gram Panchayat of Kasabawalwe is Kasaba Valave.
What is the pincode of Kasabawalwe?
The pincode of Kasabawalwe is 416221.
What is the population of Kasabawalwe?
Kasabawalwe has a total population of 6,563, including 3,419 males and 3,144 females.
How many households are there in Kasabawalwe?
There are 1,501 households in Kasabawalwe.
What is the literacy rate in Kasabawalwe?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kasabawalwe is 78.21%. Male literacy is 85.76% and female literacy is 70.01%.