Tekoli - Shahuwadi, Kolhapur
Tekoli 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 45 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Tekoli village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tekoli is 567062. The village covers a total geographical area of 392.46 hectares and falls under the 416215 pincode. Malkapur is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Tekoli 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 Tekoli
According to the 2011 Census, Tekoli village had a total population of 700 people, including 353 males and 347 females, living in 147 households. The sex ratio was 983 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.54%, with male literacy at 78.73% and female literacy at 64.17%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 107.
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 | 700 | 353 | 347 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 78 | 38 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 107 | 51 | 56 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 445 | 248 | 197 |
| Illiterate Population | 255 | 105 | 150 |
Nearby Villages of Tekoli
Tekoli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kolgaon | North-East | 1.51 km |
| Kode | South-West | 1.79 km |
| Parale | North-West | 1.90 km |
| Ukoli | South-East | 2.03 km |
| Uchat | North | 2.34 km |
| Chanwad | North-East | 2.94 km |
| Karanjoshi | East | 3.08 km |
| Yelane | North-East | 3.43 km |
| Mutkalwadi | North-West | 3.89 km |
| Panundre | South-West | 3.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tekoli
Tekoli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Vilavade, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.8 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 Tekoli is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kolhapur to Tekoli 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 Tekoli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tekoli 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Tekoli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tekoli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tekoli
Where is Tekoli located?
Tekoli village is located in Shahuwadi Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Tekoli?
Tekoli is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tekoli?
The pincode of Tekoli is 416215.
What is the population of Tekoli?
Tekoli had a total population of 700, including 353 males and 347 females.
How many households are there in Tekoli?
Tekoli had 147 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tekoli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tekoli was 71.54%. Male literacy was 78.73% and female literacy was 64.17%.