Gadewadi - Shahuwadi, Kolhapur
Gadewadi is a village situated in the Shahuwadi tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahuwadi and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Perid serves as the Village Panchayat for Gadewadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gadewadi is 567050. The village covers a total geographical area of 225.58 hectares and falls under the 415101 pincode. Malkapur is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Gadewadi 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 Gadewadi
According to the 2011 Census, Gadewadi village had a total population of 539 people, including 210 males and 329 females, living in 132 households. The sex ratio was 1,567 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.27%, with male literacy at 77.40% and female literacy at 54.76%.
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 | 539 | 210 | 329 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 33 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 298 | 137 | 161 |
| Illiterate Population | 241 | 73 | 168 |
Nearby Villages of Gadewadi
Gadewadi 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 Gadewadi
Gadewadi 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Malkapur to Gadewadi is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kolhapur to Gadewadi 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 Gadewadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gadewadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gadewadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gadewadi 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 Gadewadi
Where is Gadewadi located?
Gadewadi village is located in Shahuwadi Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Gadewadi?
The Village Panchayat of Gadewadi is Perid.
What is the pincode of Gadewadi?
The pincode of Gadewadi is 415101.
What is the population of Gadewadi?
Gadewadi had a total population of 539, including 210 males and 329 females.
How many households are there in Gadewadi?
Gadewadi had 132 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gadewadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gadewadi was 63.27%. Male literacy was 77.40% and female literacy was 54.76%.