Shelewadi - Radhanagari, Kolhapur
Shelewadi is a village situated in the Radhanagari tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Radhanagari and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Shelewadi village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shelewadi is 567582. The village covers a total geographical area of 132.75 hectares and falls under the 416208 pincode. Murgud is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Shelewadi 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 Shelewadi
According to the 2011 Census, Shelewadi village had a total population of 1,415 people, including 714 males and 701 females, living in 312 households. The sex ratio was 982 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.64%, with male literacy at 91.24% and female literacy at 69.84%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 284, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 22.
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 | 1,415 | 714 | 701 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 124 | 63 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 284 | 132 | 152 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 22 | 13 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 1,041 | 594 | 447 |
| Illiterate Population | 374 | 120 | 254 |
Nearby Villages of Shelewadi
Shelewadi 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 Shelewadi
Shelewadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Murgud to Shelewadi is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kolhapur to Shelewadi is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shelewadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shelewadi 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Shelewadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shelewadi 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shelewadi
Where is Shelewadi located?
Shelewadi village is located in Radhanagari Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Shelewadi?
Shelewadi is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shelewadi?
The pincode of Shelewadi is 416208.
What is the population of Shelewadi?
Shelewadi had a total population of 1,415, including 714 males and 701 females.
How many households are there in Shelewadi?
Shelewadi had 312 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shelewadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shelewadi was 80.64%. Male literacy was 91.24% and female literacy was 69.84%.