Pal Bk. - Radhanagari, Kolhapur
Pal Bk. is a village situated in the Radhanagari tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Radhanagari and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Chande serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pal Bk. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pal Bk. is 567553. The village covers a total geographical area of 255.29 hectares and falls under the 416209 pincode. Kolhapur is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Pal Bk. 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 Pal Bk.
As per Census 2011, Pal Bk. village has a total population of 462 people, consisting of 245 males and 217 females. The village has 97 households and a sex ratio of 885 females per 1,000 males. There are 49 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 239 literate and 223 illiterate residents. Additionally, 17 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pal Bk. are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 462 | 245 | 217 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 24 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 10 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 239 | 168 | 71 |
| Illiterate Population | 223 | 77 | 146 |
Nearby Villages of Pal Bk.
Pal Bk. 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gotewadi | South-West | 1.01 km |
| Pal | North-East | 1.40 km |
| Manewadi | South-West | 2.02 km |
| Manjarwadi | South-East | 2.30 km |
| Kote | South | 2.66 km |
| Ghanawade | East | 2.89 km |
| Khamkarwadi | South | 2.98 km |
| Mhasurli | West | 3.15 km |
| Sawatwadi | North-West | 3.18 km |
| Teraswadi | North-East | 3.24 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pal Bk.
Pal Bk. is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. 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 Pal Bk. 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 Pal Bk.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pal Bk. 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 Pal Bk.
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pal Bk. village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Pal Bk.
Where is Pal Bk. located?
Pal Bk. village is located in Radhanagari Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pal Bk.?
The Gram Panchayat of Pal Bk. is Chande.
What is the pincode of Pal Bk.?
The pincode of Pal Bk. is 416209.
What is the population of Pal Bk.?
Pal Bk. has a total population of 462, including 245 males and 217 females.
How many households are there in Pal Bk.?
There are 97 households in Pal Bk..
What is the literacy rate in Pal Bk.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pal Bk. is 51.73%. Male literacy is 68.57% and female literacy is 32.72%.