Abdul Lat - Shirol, Kolhapur
Abdul Lat is a village situated in the Shirol tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shirol and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Abdul Lat village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Abdul Lat is 567349. The village covers a total geographical area of 2253 hectares and falls under the 416143 pincode. Ichalkaranji is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Abdul Lat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Abdul Lat
As per Census 2011, Abdul Lat village has a total population of 16,271 people, consisting of 8,361 males and 7,910 females. The village has 3,340 households and a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,692 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 12,184 literate and 4,087 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3,268 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,621 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Abdul Lat are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 16,271 | 8,361 | 7,910 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,692 | 895 | 797 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,268 | 1,638 | 1,630 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,621 | 800 | 821 |
| Literate Population | 12,184 | 6,750 | 5,434 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,087 | 1,611 | 2,476 |
Nearby Villages of Abdul Lat
Abdul Lat 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Latwadi | South | 2.49 km |
| Takawade | North | 2.78 km |
| Shirdhon | North-East | 3.52 km |
| Shiradwad | West | 3.83 km |
| Shivnakwadi | South-West | 4.28 km |
| Herwad | South-East | 4.86 km |
| Haroli | North | 5.70 km |
| Jambhali | North | 5.71 km |
| Yadrav | North-West | 6.13 km |
| Manakapur | South-West | 6.34 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Abdul Lat
Abdul Lat is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Nimshirgaon Tamdalge, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 19.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ichalkaranji to Abdul Lat is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kolhapur to Abdul Lat 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 Abdul Lat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Abdul Lat village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Abdul Lat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Abdul Lat village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Abdul Lat
Where is Abdul Lat located?
Abdul Lat village is located in Shirol Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Abdul Lat?
Abdul Lat is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Abdul Lat?
The pincode of Abdul Lat is 416143.
What is the population of Abdul Lat?
Abdul Lat has a total population of 16,271, including 8,361 males and 7,910 females.
How many households are there in Abdul Lat?
There are 3,340 households in Abdul Lat.
What is the literacy rate in Abdul Lat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Abdul Lat is 74.88%. Male literacy is 80.73% and female literacy is 68.70%.