Humbavali - Shahuwadi, Kolhapur
Humbavali is a village situated in the Shahuwadi tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahuwadi and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Kerle serves as the Gram Panchayat for Humbavali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Humbavali is 567029. The village covers a total geographical area of 429.63 hectares and falls under the 415101 pincode. Malkapur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Humbavali 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 Humbavali
According to the 2011 Census, Humbavali village had a total population of 206 people, including 109 males and 97 females, living in 44 households. The sex ratio was 890 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.56%, with male literacy at 79.17% and female literacy at 50.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
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 | 206 | 109 | 97 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 13 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 118 | 76 | 42 |
| Illiterate Population | 88 | 33 | 55 |
Nearby Villages of Humbavali
Humbavali 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gholasvade | East | 1.42 km |
| Manoli | West | 2.26 km |
| Kerle | North | 2.94 km |
| Jawali | East | 3.15 km |
| Talavade | North | 3.42 km |
| Chandoli | North-East | 3.52 km |
| Dhanagarwadi | South-East | 4.20 km |
| Amba | North-West | 4.40 km |
| Kasarde | South-East | 4.65 km |
| Wakoli | North-East | 5.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Humbavali
Humbavali 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 45.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Malkapur to Humbavali is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kolhapur to Humbavali 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 Humbavali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Humbavali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Humbavali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Humbavali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Humbavali
Where is Humbavali located?
Humbavali village is located in Shahuwadi Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Humbavali?
The Gram Panchayat of Humbavali is Kerle.
What is the pincode of Humbavali?
The pincode of Humbavali is 415101.
What is the population of Humbavali?
Humbavali had a total population of 206, including 109 males and 97 females.
How many households are there in Humbavali?
Humbavali had 44 households.
What is the literacy rate in Humbavali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Humbavali was 65.56%. Male literacy was 79.17% and female literacy was 50.00%.