Khotwadi - Shahuwadi, Kolhapur
Khotwadi is a village situated in the Shahuwadi tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahuwadi and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Khotwadi village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khotwadi is 567108. The village covers a total geographical area of 442 hectares and falls under the 416230 pincode. Malkapur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Khotwadi 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 Khotwadi
According to the 2011 Census, Khotwadi village had a total population of 835 people, including 401 males and 434 females, living in 150 households. The sex ratio was 1,082 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.25%, with male literacy at 71.89% and female literacy at 49.73%.
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 | 835 | 401 | 434 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 123 | 63 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 429 | 243 | 186 |
| Illiterate Population | 406 | 158 | 248 |
Nearby Villages of Khotwadi
Khotwadi 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 Khotwadi
Khotwadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Malkapur to Khotwadi is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kolhapur to Khotwadi 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 Khotwadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khotwadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Khotwadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khotwadi 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 Khotwadi
Where is Khotwadi located?
Khotwadi village is located in Shahuwadi Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Khotwadi?
Khotwadi is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khotwadi?
The pincode of Khotwadi is 416230.
What is the population of Khotwadi?
Khotwadi had a total population of 835, including 401 males and 434 females.
How many households are there in Khotwadi?
Khotwadi had 150 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khotwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khotwadi was 60.25%. Male literacy was 71.89% and female literacy was 49.73%.