Kote - Radhanagari, Kolhapur
Kote is a village situated in the Radhanagari tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Radhanagari and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Kote village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kote is 567565. The village covers a total geographical area of 553 hectares and falls under the 416211 pincode. Kolhapur is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Kote 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 Kote
As per Census 2011, Kote village has a total population of 1,412 people, consisting of 738 males and 674 females. The village has 281 households and a sex ratio of 913 females per 1,000 males. There are 126 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,027 literate and 385 illiterate residents. Additionally, 214 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kote are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,412 | 738 | 674 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 126 | 72 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 214 | 107 | 107 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,027 | 613 | 414 |
| Illiterate Population | 385 | 125 | 260 |
Nearby Villages of Kote
Kote 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Manjarwadi | North-East | 1.42 km |
| Khamkarwadi | West | 1.87 km |
| Manewadi | West | 1.95 km |
| Gotewadi | North-West | 2.07 km |
| Ladwadi | South-East | 2.31 km |
| Pal Bk. | North | 2.66 km |
| Ghanawade | North-East | 3.00 km |
| Pal | North | 3.32 km |
| Dhamod | South | 3.34 km |
| Chande | East | 3.35 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kote
Kote 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 23.4 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 Kote is about 38 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 Kote
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kote village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kote
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kote village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kote
Where is Kote located?
Kote village is located in Radhanagari Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kote?
Kote is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kote?
The pincode of Kote is 416211.
What is the population of Kote?
Kote has a total population of 1,412, including 738 males and 674 females.
How many households are there in Kote?
There are 281 households in Kote.
What is the literacy rate in Kote?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kote is 72.73%. Male literacy is 83.06% and female literacy is 61.42%.