Thikpurli - Radhanagari, Kolhapur
Thikpurli is a village situated in the Radhanagari tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Radhanagari and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Thikpurali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thikpurli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thikpurli is 567579. The village covers a total geographical area of 955 hectares and falls under the 416208 pincode. Kolhapur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Thikpurli 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 Thikpurli
As per Census 2011, Thikpurli village has a total population of 5,055 people, consisting of 2,646 males and 2,409 females. The village has 1,028 households and a sex ratio of 910 females per 1,000 males. There are 503 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,604 literate and 1,451 illiterate residents. Additionally, 600 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 15 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thikpurli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,055 | 2,646 | 2,409 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 503 | 288 | 215 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 600 | 299 | 301 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 9 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 3,604 | 2,080 | 1,524 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,451 | 566 | 885 |
Nearby Villages of Thikpurli
Thikpurli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kurhadwadi | South-West | 2.23 km |
| Majagaon | South | 2.33 km |
| Ghotawade | North-West | 2.41 km |
| Baragewadi | West | 2.71 km |
| Nigave Khalsa | East | 2.91 km |
| Pimpalwadi | South-West | 3.24 km |
| Parite | North | 3.32 km |
| Kaulav | North-West | 3.41 km |
| Talashi | South | 3.84 km |
| Bhopalwadi | West | 3.96 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Thikpurli
Thikpurli 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 19.2 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 Thikpurli is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thikpurli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thikpurli 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 Thikpurli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thikpurli 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Thikpurli
Where is Thikpurli located?
Thikpurli village is located in Radhanagari Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thikpurli?
The Gram Panchayat of Thikpurli is Thikpurali.
What is the pincode of Thikpurli?
The pincode of Thikpurli is 416208.
What is the population of Thikpurli?
Thikpurli has a total population of 5,055, including 2,646 males and 2,409 females.
How many households are there in Thikpurli?
There are 1,028 households in Thikpurli.
What is the literacy rate in Thikpurli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thikpurli is 71.30%. Male literacy is 78.61% and female literacy is 63.26%.