Lalewadi - Shahuwadi, Kolhapur
Lalewadi is a village situated in the Shahuwadi tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahuwadi and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Kadave serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lalewadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lalewadi is 567046. The village covers a total geographical area of 16.8 hectares and falls under the 415101 pincode. Malkapur is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Lalewadi 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 Lalewadi
According to the 2011 Census, Lalewadi village had a total population of 673 people, including 337 males and 336 females, living in 137 households. The sex ratio was 997 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.23%, with male literacy at 77.32% and female literacy at 57.57%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 26.
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 | 673 | 337 | 336 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 78 | 46 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 26 | 12 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 400 | 225 | 175 |
| Illiterate Population | 273 | 112 | 161 |
Nearby Villages of Lalewadi
Lalewadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Perid | East | 1.75 km |
| Kadave | North | 1.86 km |
| Warlegaon | North-West | 2.59 km |
| Yelur | South-West | 2.64 km |
| Koparde | South-East | 2.72 km |
| Yelane | South-East | 2.80 km |
| Uchat | South | 2.86 km |
| Sasegaon | South-East | 3.85 km |
| Nile | West | 3.87 km |
| Chanwad | South | 4.02 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lalewadi
Lalewadi 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 37.4 km.
| 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 Lalewadi is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kolhapur to Lalewadi is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lalewadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lalewadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Lalewadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lalewadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Lalewadi
Where is Lalewadi located?
Lalewadi village is located in Shahuwadi Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lalewadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Lalewadi is Kadave.
What is the pincode of Lalewadi?
The pincode of Lalewadi is 415101.
What is the population of Lalewadi?
Lalewadi had a total population of 673, including 337 males and 336 females.
How many households are there in Lalewadi?
Lalewadi had 137 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lalewadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lalewadi was 67.23%. Male literacy was 77.32% and female literacy was 57.57%.