Thamakewadi - Shahuwadi, Kolhapur
Thamakewadi is a village situated in the Shahuwadi tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahuwadi and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Gogave serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thamakewadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thamakewadi is 567092. The village covers a total geographical area of 183.16 hectares and falls under the 416213 pincode. Malkapur is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Thamakewadi 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 Thamakewadi
According to the 2011 Census, Thamakewadi village had a total population of 467 people, including 243 males and 224 females, living in 101 households. The sex ratio was 922 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.06%, with male literacy at 83.33% and female literacy at 74.64%.
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 | 467 | 243 | 224 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 27 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 336 | 180 | 156 |
| Illiterate Population | 131 | 63 | 68 |
Nearby Villages of Thamakewadi
Thamakewadi is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Thamakewadi
Public transport in the Thamakewadi is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Thamakewadi is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kolhapur to Thamakewadi 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 Thamakewadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thamakewadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Thamakewadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thamakewadi 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Thamakewadi
Where is Thamakewadi located?
Thamakewadi village is located in Shahuwadi Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thamakewadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Thamakewadi is Gogave.
What is the pincode of Thamakewadi?
The pincode of Thamakewadi is 416213.
What is the population of Thamakewadi?
Thamakewadi had a total population of 467, including 243 males and 224 females.
How many households are there in Thamakewadi?
Thamakewadi had 101 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thamakewadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thamakewadi was 79.06%. Male literacy was 83.33% and female literacy was 74.64%.