Musalwadi - Radhanagari, Kolhapur
Musalwadi 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 30 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Musalwadi village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Musalwadi is 567602. The village covers a total geographical area of 182 hectares and falls under the 416211 pincode. Kolhapur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Musalwadi 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 Musalwadi
According to the 2011 Census, Musalwadi village had a total population of 490 people, including 256 males and 234 females, living in 116 households. The sex ratio was 914 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.10%, with male literacy at 91.67% and female literacy at 65.90%.
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 | 490 | 256 | 234 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 28 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 352 | 209 | 143 |
| Illiterate Population | 138 | 47 | 91 |
Nearby Villages of Musalwadi
Musalwadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kambalwadi | West | 0.89 km |
| Shirgaon | North-East | 1.26 km |
| Ghudewadi | South | 1.56 km |
| Tarasambale | South-West | 2.07 km |
| Rashiwade Kh. | North-East | 2.51 km |
| Amjaiwharwade | East | 2.58 km |
| Avali Kh. | South | 2.83 km |
| Sirase | North-East | 3.02 km |
| Avali Bk. | South-East | 3.17 km |
| Kanthewadi | South | 3.20 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Musalwadi
Musalwadi 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 24.9 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 Kolhapur to Musalwadi is about 30 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 Musalwadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Musalwadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Musalwadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Musalwadi 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 <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Musalwadi
Where is Musalwadi located?
Musalwadi village is located in Radhanagari Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Musalwadi?
Musalwadi is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Musalwadi?
The pincode of Musalwadi is 416211.
What is the population of Musalwadi?
Musalwadi had a total population of 490, including 256 males and 234 females.
How many households are there in Musalwadi?
Musalwadi had 116 households.
What is the literacy rate in Musalwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Musalwadi was 79.10%. Male literacy was 91.67% and female literacy was 65.90%.