Dattawad - Shirol, Kolhapur
Dattawad is a village situated in the Shirol tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shirol and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Dattawad village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dattawad is 567375. The village covers a total geographical area of 1604 hectares and falls under the 416107 pincode. Kurundvad is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Dattawad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dattawad
According to the 2011 Census, Dattawad village had a total population of 9,711 people, including 4,919 males and 4,792 females, living in 2,190 households. The sex ratio was 974 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.11%, with male literacy at 88.40% and female literacy at 71.77%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,848, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 210.
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 | 9,711 | 4,919 | 4,792 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 990 | 548 | 442 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,848 | 907 | 941 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 210 | 109 | 101 |
| Literate Population | 6,986 | 3,864 | 3,122 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,725 | 1,055 | 1,670 |
Nearby Villages of Dattawad
Dattawad 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 Dattawad
Public transport in the Dattawad is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Kurundvad to Dattawad is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kolhapur to Dattawad is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dattawad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dattawad 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 Dattawad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dattawad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dattawad
Where is Dattawad located?
Dattawad village is located in Shirol Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Dattawad?
Dattawad is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dattawad?
The pincode of Dattawad is 416107.
What is the population of Dattawad?
Dattawad had a total population of 9,711, including 4,919 males and 4,792 females.
How many households are there in Dattawad?
Dattawad had 2,190 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dattawad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dattawad was 80.11%. Male literacy was 88.40% and female literacy was 71.77%.