Man Village - Shahuwadi, Kolhapur
Man is a village situated in the Shahuwadi tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahuwadi and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Man village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Man is 567059. The village covers a total geographical area of 978 hectares and falls under the 415101 pincode. Malkapur is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Man 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 Man
As per Census 2011, Man village has a total population of 1,533 people, consisting of 743 males and 790 females. The village has 351 households and a sex ratio of 1,063 females per 1,000 males. There are 171 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 966 literate and 567 illiterate residents. Additionally, 47 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Man are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,533 | 743 | 790 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 171 | 85 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 47 | 24 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 966 | 537 | 429 |
| Illiterate Population | 567 | 206 | 361 |
Nearby Villages of Man
Man 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mutkalwadi | North-East | 1.75 km |
| Mhalasvade | South | 2.98 km |
| Ainwadi | West | 3.37 km |
| Kode | South-East | 3.38 km |
| Parale | East | 3.49 km |
| Kasarde | North-West | 3.99 km |
| Yelur | North-East | 4.32 km |
| Valur | North | 4.33 km |
| Nile | North-East | 4.41 km |
| Tekoli | East | 4.65 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Man
Man is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Vilavade, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Malkapur to Man is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kolhapur to Man 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 Man
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Man village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Man
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Man village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Man
Where is Man located?
Man village is located in Shahuwadi Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Man?
Man is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Man?
The pincode of Man is 415101.
What is the population of Man?
Man has a total population of 1,533, including 743 males and 790 females.
How many households are there in Man?
There are 351 households in Man.
What is the literacy rate in Man?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Man is 63.01%. Male literacy is 72.27% and female literacy is 54.30%.