Turambe Village - Radhanagari, Kolhapur
Turambe is a village situated in the Radhanagari tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Radhanagari and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Turambe village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Turambe is 567593. The village covers a total geographical area of 707 hectares and falls under the 416208 pincode. Murgud is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Turambe 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 Turambe
As per Census 2011, Turambe village has a total population of 4,160 people, consisting of 2,076 males and 2,084 females. The village has 882 households and a sex ratio of 1,003 females per 1,000 males. There are 407 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,092 literate and 1,068 illiterate residents. Additionally, 398 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 39 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Turambe are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,160 | 2,076 | 2,084 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 407 | 202 | 205 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 398 | 190 | 208 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 39 | 18 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 3,092 | 1,718 | 1,374 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,068 | 358 | 710 |
Nearby Villages of Turambe
Turambe 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kapileshwar | South-West | 1.91 km |
| Talashi | North | 2.21 km |
| Titawe | East | 2.22 km |
| Majare Kasarwada | South-East | 2.25 km |
| Arjunwada | North-East | 2.95 km |
| Mangoli | West | 3.01 km |
| Pharakatewadi | South-East | 3.14 km |
| Baradwadi | North-West | 3.52 km |
| Chakreshwarwadi | West | 3.62 km |
| Majagaon | North | 3.72 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Turambe
Turambe 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 22.4 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 Murgud to Turambe is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kolhapur to Turambe 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 Turambe
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Turambe village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Turambe
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Turambe 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 Turambe
Where is Turambe located?
Turambe village is located in Radhanagari Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Turambe?
Turambe is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Turambe?
The pincode of Turambe is 416208.
What is the population of Turambe?
Turambe has a total population of 4,160, including 2,076 males and 2,084 females.
How many households are there in Turambe?
There are 882 households in Turambe.
What is the literacy rate in Turambe?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Turambe is 74.33%. Male literacy is 82.76% and female literacy is 65.93%.