Khutalwadi - Shahuwadi, Kolhapur
Khutalwadi 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. Khutalwadi village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khutalwadi is 567103. The village covers a total geographical area of 218.51 hectares and falls under the 416213 pincode. Malkapur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Khutalwadi 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 Khutalwadi
According to the 2011 Census, Khutalwadi village had a total population of 1,425 people, including 733 males and 692 females, living in 299 households. The sex ratio was 944 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.52%, with male literacy at 86.23% and female literacy at 74.80%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) 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 | 1,425 | 733 | 692 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 162 | 101 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,017 | 545 | 472 |
| Illiterate Population | 408 | 188 | 220 |
Nearby Villages of Khutalwadi
Khutalwadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Donoli | North | 1.24 km |
| Supatre | South-West | 1.33 km |
| Avali | East | 2.40 km |
| Bhadale | North-East | 2.78 km |
| Boriwade | South | 2.81 km |
| Charan | North | 2.96 km |
| Salashi | West | 3.23 km |
| Bambavade | North-West | 3.60 km |
| Sonavade | West | 3.69 km |
| Bongewadi | South | 3.70 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khutalwadi
Khutalwadi 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 25.2 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 Malkapur to Khutalwadi is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kolhapur to Khutalwadi 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 Khutalwadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khutalwadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khutalwadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khutalwadi 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 Khutalwadi
Where is Khutalwadi located?
Khutalwadi village is located in Shahuwadi Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Khutalwadi?
Khutalwadi is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khutalwadi?
The pincode of Khutalwadi is 416213.
What is the population of Khutalwadi?
Khutalwadi had a total population of 1,425, including 733 males and 692 females.
How many households are there in Khutalwadi?
Khutalwadi had 299 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khutalwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khutalwadi was 80.52%. Male literacy was 86.23% and female literacy was 74.80%.