Rethare Village - Shahuwadi, Kolhapur
Rethare is a village situated in the Shahuwadi tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahuwadi and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Rethare village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rethare is 567008. The village covers a total geographical area of 1034.9 hectares and falls under the 416214 pincode. Malkapur is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Rethare 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 Rethare
As per Census 2011, Rethare village has a total population of 2,463 people, consisting of 1,212 males and 1,251 females. The village has 498 households and a sex ratio of 1,032 females per 1,000 males. There are 254 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,591 literate and 872 illiterate residents. Additionally, 333 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rethare are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,463 | 1,212 | 1,251 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 254 | 121 | 133 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 333 | 152 | 181 |
| Literate Population | 1,591 | 882 | 709 |
| Illiterate Population | 872 | 330 | 542 |
Nearby Villages of Rethare
Rethare 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Virale | North-West | 2.42 km |
| Kokarud | East | 2.73 km |
| Gondoli | North-East | 2.73 km |
| Kotoli | South | 2.87 km |
| Malewadi | North | 3.03 km |
| Chincholi | North-East | 3.62 km |
| Morewadi | North-East | 4.03 km |
| Turukwadi | South-East | 4.07 km |
| Thavade | North | 4.16 km |
| Malewadi | East | 4.34 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Rethare
Rethare is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Shenoli, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.9 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 Rethare is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kolhapur to Rethare 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 Rethare
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rethare village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Rethare
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rethare village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Rethare
Where is Rethare located?
Rethare village is located in Shahuwadi Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rethare?
Rethare is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Rethare?
The pincode of Rethare is 416214.
What is the population of Rethare?
Rethare has a total population of 2,463, including 1,212 males and 1,251 females.
How many households are there in Rethare?
There are 498 households in Rethare.
What is the literacy rate in Rethare?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rethare is 64.60%. Male literacy is 72.77% and female literacy is 56.67%.