Nrusinhwadi - Shirol, Kolhapur
Nrusinhwadi is a village situated in the Shirol tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shirol and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Narsinhwadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nrusinhwadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nrusinhwadi is 567359. The village covers a total geographical area of 416.67 hectares and falls under the 416104 pincode. Kurundvad is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Nrusinhwadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Nrusinhwadi
As per Census 2011, Nrusinhwadi village has a total population of 4,168 people, consisting of 2,137 males and 2,031 females. The village has 930 households and a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males. There are 369 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,407 literate and 761 illiterate residents. Additionally, 255 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nrusinhwadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,168 | 2,137 | 2,031 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 369 | 193 | 176 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 255 | 131 | 124 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 3,407 | 1,808 | 1,599 |
| Illiterate Population | 761 | 329 | 432 |
Nearby Villages of Nrusinhwadi
Nrusinhwadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gaurwad | South-East | 2.44 km |
| Aurwad | South-East | 2.62 km |
| Shirol | North | 3.78 km |
| Shirati | North-East | 3.96 km |
| Majarewadi | South | 4.82 km |
| Kavatheguland | East | 5.02 km |
| Bastwad | South | 5.15 km |
| Terwad | South | 5.33 km |
| Shirdhon | West | 5.92 km |
| Bubnal | South-East | 6.11 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nrusinhwadi
Nrusinhwadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Jayasingpur, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 25.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kurundvad to Nrusinhwadi is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kolhapur to Nrusinhwadi is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nrusinhwadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nrusinhwadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Nrusinhwadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nrusinhwadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Nrusinhwadi
Where is Nrusinhwadi located?
Nrusinhwadi village is located in Shirol Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nrusinhwadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Nrusinhwadi is Narsinhwadi.
What is the pincode of Nrusinhwadi?
The pincode of Nrusinhwadi is 416104.
What is the population of Nrusinhwadi?
Nrusinhwadi has a total population of 4,168, including 2,137 males and 2,031 females.
How many households are there in Nrusinhwadi?
There are 930 households in Nrusinhwadi.
What is the literacy rate in Nrusinhwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nrusinhwadi is 81.74%. Male literacy is 84.60% and female literacy is 78.73%.