Kotawade - Kadegaon, Sangli
Kotawade is a village situated in the Kadegaon tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kadegaon and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Kotawade village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kotawade is 568491. The village covers a total geographical area of 596.28 hectares and falls under the 415304 pincode. Karad is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Kotawade village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Palus-kadegaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sangli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kotawade
As per Census 2011, Kotawade village has a total population of 993 people, consisting of 501 males and 492 females. The village has 223 households and a sex ratio of 982 females per 1,000 males. There are 90 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 742 literate and 251 illiterate residents. Additionally, 198 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kotawade are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 993 | 501 | 492 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 42 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 198 | 96 | 102 |
| Literate Population | 742 | 414 | 328 |
| Illiterate Population | 251 | 87 | 164 |
Nearby Villages of Kotawade
Kotawade 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Apshinge | North-West | 1.93 km |
| Nerli | North-East | 2.28 km |
| Sonsal | South | 3.87 km |
| Wadgaon Haveli | South-West | 3.98 km |
| Shirasgaon | South-East | 4.20 km |
| Khambale Aundh | North | 4.49 km |
| Koregaon | North-West | 4.50 km |
| Karve | West | 5.29 km |
| Tembhu | North-West | 5.65 km |
| Kadegaon | North-East | 6.10 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kotawade
Kotawade is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Shenoli, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.9 km.
| 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 Karad to Kotawade is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Kotawade is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kotawade
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kotawade village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kotawade
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kotawade 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kotawade
Where is Kotawade located?
Kotawade village is located in Kadegaon Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kotawade?
Kotawade is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kotawade?
The pincode of Kotawade is 415304.
What is the population of Kotawade?
Kotawade has a total population of 993, including 501 males and 492 females.
How many households are there in Kotawade?
There are 223 households in Kotawade.
What is the literacy rate in Kotawade?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kotawade is 74.72%. Male literacy is 82.63% and female literacy is 66.67%.