Wadicharan - Shahuwadi, Kolhapur
Wadicharan 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. Wadicharan village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wadicharan is 567093. The village covers a total geographical area of 237.14 hectares and falls under the 416213 pincode. Malkapur is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Wadicharan 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 Wadicharan
According to the 2011 Census, Wadicharan village had a total population of 1,536 people, including 770 males and 766 females, living in 306 households. The sex ratio was 995 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.50%, with male literacy at 92.87% and female literacy at 76.13%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 43.
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 | 1,536 | 770 | 766 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 162 | 83 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 43 | 21 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,161 | 638 | 523 |
| Illiterate Population | 375 | 132 | 243 |
Nearby Villages of Wadicharan
Wadicharan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bambavade | South-West | 1.86 km |
| Patane | North-West | 2.03 km |
| Charan | East | 2.05 km |
| Gogave | West | 2.33 km |
| Sarud | North | 2.46 km |
| Donoli | South-East | 2.74 km |
| Saidapur | East | 3.00 km |
| Sonavade | South-West | 3.26 km |
| Shimpe | North-West | 3.54 km |
| Khutalwadi | South-East | 3.91 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Wadicharan
Wadicharan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is C Shahu M Raj Kolhapur Term, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 28.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Wadicharan is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kolhapur to Wadicharan 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 Wadicharan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wadicharan 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 | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Wadicharan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Wadicharan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Wadicharan
Where is Wadicharan located?
Wadicharan village is located in Shahuwadi Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Wadicharan?
Wadicharan is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Wadicharan?
The pincode of Wadicharan is 416213.
What is the population of Wadicharan?
Wadicharan had a total population of 1,536, including 770 males and 766 females.
How many households are there in Wadicharan?
Wadicharan had 306 households.
What is the literacy rate in Wadicharan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wadicharan was 84.50%. Male literacy was 92.87% and female literacy was 76.13%.