Radhanagari - Radhanagari, Kolhapur
Radhanagari is a village situated in the Radhanagari tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Radhanagari and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Radhanagari village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Radhanagari is 567630. The village covers a total geographical area of 883.34 hectares and falls under the 416212 pincode. Murgud is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Radhanagari 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 Radhanagari
As per Census 2011, Radhanagari village has a total population of 6,197 people, consisting of 3,144 males and 3,053 females. The village has 1,371 households and a sex ratio of 971 females per 1,000 males. There are 693 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,624 literate and 1,573 illiterate residents. Additionally, 907 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 59 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Radhanagari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,197 | 3,144 | 3,053 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 693 | 360 | 333 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 907 | 451 | 456 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 59 | 24 | 35 |
| Literate Population | 4,624 | 2,550 | 2,074 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,573 | 594 | 979 |
Nearby Villages of Radhanagari
Radhanagari 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 | North-West | 2.15 km |
| Banachiwadi | South | 2.29 km |
| Mallewadi | East | 2.75 km |
| Sonyachi Shiroli | North-East | 2.89 km |
| Bujawade | East | 3.12 km |
| Piral | North | 3.72 km |
| Padali | North-West | 4.21 km |
| Panori | South-East | 4.24 km |
| Mogharde | East | 4.39 km |
| Kudutri | North-East | 4.75 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Radhanagari
Radhanagari 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 32.0 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 Murgud to Radhanagari is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kolhapur to Radhanagari is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Radhanagari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Radhanagari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Radhanagari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Radhanagari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Radhanagari
Where is Radhanagari located?
Radhanagari village is located in Radhanagari Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Radhanagari?
Radhanagari is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Radhanagari?
The pincode of Radhanagari is 416212.
What is the population of Radhanagari?
Radhanagari has a total population of 6,197, including 3,144 males and 3,053 females.
How many households are there in Radhanagari?
There are 1,371 households in Radhanagari.
What is the literacy rate in Radhanagari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Radhanagari is 74.62%. Male literacy is 81.11% and female literacy is 67.93%.