Padali - Radhanagari, Kolhapur
Padali is a village situated in the Radhanagari tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Radhanagari and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Padali village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padali is 567629. The village covers a total geographical area of 1181 hectares and falls under the 416212 pincode. Kolhapur is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Padali 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 Padali
As per Census 2011, Padali village has a total population of 1,884 people, consisting of 958 males and 926 females. The village has 402 households and a sex ratio of 966 females per 1,000 males. There are 190 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,344 literate and 540 illiterate residents. Additionally, 127 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Padali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,884 | 958 | 926 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 190 | 98 | 92 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 127 | 61 | 66 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,344 | 765 | 579 |
| Illiterate Population | 540 | 193 | 347 |
Nearby Villages of Padali
Padali 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Savardhan | East | 2.62 km |
| Durgmanwadi | North | 3.43 km |
| Piral | East | 4.11 km |
| Radhanagari | South-East | 4.21 km |
| Kukudwadi | North-East | 4.80 km |
| Padasali | North-West | 4.86 km |
| Banachiwadi | South-East | 5.47 km |
| Kumbharwadi | North-East | 5.58 km |
| Talgaon | North | 5.62 km |
| Sonyachi Shiroli | East | 5.75 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Padali
Padali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Nandgaon Road, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 32.8 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 Padali is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Padali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padali 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Padali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padali 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Padali
Where is Padali located?
Padali village is located in Radhanagari Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padali?
Padali is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Padali?
The pincode of Padali is 416212.
What is the population of Padali?
Padali has a total population of 1,884, including 958 males and 926 females.
How many households are there in Padali?
There are 402 households in Padali.
What is the literacy rate in Padali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padali is 71.34%. Male literacy is 79.85% and female literacy is 62.53%.