Lingachiwadi - Radhanagari, Kolhapur
Lingachiwadi is a village situated in the Radhanagari tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Radhanagari and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Pharale serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lingachiwadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lingachiwadi is 567638. The village covers a total geographical area of 193 hectares and falls under the 416231 pincode. Murgud is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Lingachiwadi 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 Lingachiwadi
According to the 2011 Census, Lingachiwadi village had a total population of 369 people, including 183 males and 186 females, living in 83 households. The sex ratio was 1,016 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.20%, with male literacy at 86.79% and female literacy at 61.29%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 127.
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 | 369 | 183 | 186 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 24 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 127 | 62 | 65 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 233 | 138 | 95 |
| Illiterate Population | 136 | 45 | 91 |
Nearby Villages of Lingachiwadi
Lingachiwadi 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 Lingachiwadi
Lingachiwadi 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 Murgud to Lingachiwadi is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kolhapur to Lingachiwadi is about 54 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 Lingachiwadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lingachiwadi 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Lingachiwadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lingachiwadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Lingachiwadi
Where is Lingachiwadi located?
Lingachiwadi village is located in Radhanagari Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lingachiwadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Lingachiwadi is Pharale.
What is the pincode of Lingachiwadi?
The pincode of Lingachiwadi is 416231.
What is the population of Lingachiwadi?
Lingachiwadi had a total population of 369, including 183 males and 186 females.
How many households are there in Lingachiwadi?
Lingachiwadi had 83 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lingachiwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lingachiwadi was 74.20%. Male literacy was 86.79% and female literacy was 61.29%.