Chandoli - Shahuwadi, Kolhapur
Chandoli is a village situated in the Shahuwadi tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahuwadi and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Chandoli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chandoli is 567023. The village covers a total geographical area of 468.44 hectares and falls under the 415101 pincode. Malkapur is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Chandoli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahuwadi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hatkanangle Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chandoli
As per Census 2011, Chandoli village has a total population of 764 people, consisting of 372 males and 392 females. The village has 163 households and a sex ratio of 1,053 females per 1,000 males. There are 104 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 470 literate and 294 illiterate residents. Additionally, 98 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chandoli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 764 | 372 | 392 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 104 | 50 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 98 | 56 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 470 | 250 | 220 |
| Illiterate Population | 294 | 122 | 172 |
Nearby Villages of Chandoli
Chandoli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Wakoli | North-East | 1.86 km |
| Kerle | North-West | 2.26 km |
| Warul | East | 2.35 km |
| Gholasvade | South-West | 2.78 km |
| Jawali | South | 2.88 km |
| Lolane | East | 3.35 km |
| Humbavali | South-West | 3.52 km |
| Paraleninai | North | 4.18 km |
| Talavade | West | 4.28 km |
| Kasarde | South | 4.45 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chandoli
Chandoli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Adavali, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Malkapur to Chandoli is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kolhapur to Chandoli is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chandoli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chandoli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chandoli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chandoli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chandoli
Where is Chandoli located?
Chandoli village is located in Shahuwadi Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chandoli?
Chandoli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chandoli?
The pincode of Chandoli is 415101.
What is the population of Chandoli?
Chandoli has a total population of 764, including 372 males and 392 females.
How many households are there in Chandoli?
There are 163 households in Chandoli.
What is the literacy rate in Chandoli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandoli is 61.52%. Male literacy is 67.20% and female literacy is 56.12%.