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POPULATION DENSITY
• According to the 2011 census, Kolhapur district has a child security ratio of 863, which is below the average sex ratio (9 7).
Kolhapur district has an area of ​7,685 km2. Thus the density of Kolhapur district is 504 population per square kilometer.
According to the preliminary provisional data of Census 2011, about 340 sq. km. Area in urban area is 7,345 sq. km is It is
in rural areas.

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Kolhapur is situated on the Pune
- Bangalore National Highway
Transport buses regularly from
Kolhapur to Mumbai, Panaji,
Miraj, Sangli, Pune, Satara,
Sawantwadi, Solapur and several
other places. The Kolhapur
Municipal Transport
service operates in the city,
suburbs and nearby villages.
Taxis and rickshaws are also
available round the clock.
Kolhapur is
governed by the
Kolhapur Municipal
Corporation (KMC).
The city is divided
into five wards,
named with the
letters A to E.
 ECONOMY OF KOLHAPUR [Link]

• The industries in kolhapur can be divided into 2 main

categories:
• Large Scale Industries in Kolhapur
• The major industries in kolhapur district are spinning
mills, sugar industries,textile mills anda supported by
industries in sectors like engineering
goods,poultry,foundry,chemicals etc which generate
employment for lakhs of people in and around Kolhapur.
• Small Scale Industries in Kolhapur
• The major small scale industries are into manufacturing
auto spare parts, casting work, engineering works, diesel
engines, silver ornament and Kolhapuri chappals. There
are many other small scale and cottage industries in rural
areas which are family run bussiness run down through
generations into trades like hand-loom-weaving, gold
smithy, oil crushing, brick and tile making, leather works
and tanning and black smithy etc in the Kolhapur district
which collectively provides employment to large number
people.
• Silver And Gold Industries
• Along with urban areas the village of Hupari near kolhapur city has today become a
busy and well known place for gold and silver industry. Jewellry made here is
unique and is made keeping in traditional artistry. The specialty jewelry crafted here
are Anklets or Payal of various length and designs, Gujrav and special kinds of
necklaces. Silver jewellry from Hupari is in great demand in India and abroad.
Jewellry shops in kolhapur and nearby cities like Miraj, Sangli, and Belgaum make
good bussiness selling Hupari jewellery to women from these areas and elsewhere
who are found of such ornaments. The Kolhapuri Saaj is a speciality of Kolhapur is
exported to countries like America and Austalia. This industry has annual turnover
of crores each year and employs thousands of artisans and traders in and around
kolhapur.

Agriculture in Kolhapur
Having fertile Agricultural Land in and around Kolhapur district agriculture is the
backbone of the economy of Kolhapur. Rice and Sugarcane are the chief crops grown
in this region on a large scale. Maharashtra is the largest producer of the jaggery in
India. Kolhapur district has been producing sugarcane and jaggery since a long time.
Jaggery is sold by brokers on behalf of agriculturist to other parts of india. Jaggery of
Kolhapur is also exported to countries in Asia, Africa and other continents across the
world. Kolhapur district also has a presence of many sugar refineries and collectively
they process more than 5000000 metric ton of sugarcane. Sugarcane farmers of
kolhapur itself bring in approximately 13 billion to the economy. Sugar from this
region is exported all across india and abroad.
• Textile Industry in Kolhapur
• The Kolhapur industry is driven predominantly by the textile industry and is mainly
dominated by local manufacturers and Marwari Rajasthani traders. Ichalkaranji, a city in
kolhapur district is home to one of the oldest textile industries in India. Also Known as the
“Manchester of Maharashtra” Ichalkaranji has nearly 5000 textole factories and is known to
be one of India’s largest centers for sma;ll scale industry. A few decades ago Ichalkaranji
was famous for textile goods like cotton poplin, dhotri, and cotton saris but with changing
times and technological advancement Kolhapur is now home to domestic and international
fashion brands such as Raymond’s of India, Armani, Banana Republic , Hugo Boss, Paul
Smith and many more. Textile goods manufactured in city are sold all over India as well as
exported to various parts of the world.

• Arts and Handicraft Industry in Kolhapur

• Kolhapur is well known for its local arts and Handicraft market. Kolhapuri
chappals a specialty is manufactured by the local cobbler community and skilled
people dedicated to this art and is famous throughout india and abroad. There are
15 co-operative societies of kolhapuri chappals manufacturers in the district
employing thousands of people directly or indirectly i.e., Artisans, dealers, raw
material suppliers, helpers and others. The kolhapuri chappales manufactured are
of two major types 1) Export Variety 2) Fancy Variety. The total production of
export variety and fancy kolhapuri chappals is estimated to be crores annually.
Within the city centrally located Shivaji Market has a concentration of 150 shops
of which most exclusively deal with kolhapuri chappals. The rest of the production
of fancy variety is sold locally and rest in Mumbai, New Delhi, Ahmedabad,
Banglore and other commercial centers in the country through dealers and other
retail outlets . Kolhapuri Chappals are mainly exported to China, Japan, France
and Australia.
POTENTIAL OF KOLHAPUR

Kolhapur has a huge mechanical and

foundry industry background. So, it
has potential to become a hub for
manufacturing automobile
components.

The district also has potential to

become silver and textile designing
hub
Analysis of Urban Growth in Kolhapur City Using
Geoinformatic Techniques
Amol Jarag
Shivaji University
Prashant Patil (  ptp_geo@[Link] )
Shivaji University
Anil Yedage
Goa University
Harshal Jitkar
Shivaji University
Nandkumar Masal
Shivaji University
Analysis of Urban Growth in Kolhapur City Using
Geoinformatic Techniques
Amol Jarag
Shivaji University
Prashant Patil (  ptp_geo@[Link] )
Shivaji University
Anil Yedage
Goa University
Harshal Jitkar
Shivaji University
Nandkumar Masal
Shivaji University
 PRESENT SCENERIO
• The corporation provides services such as sewage treatment and free cremation for residents and
has made a number of improvements, for example, the Kolhapur Road Project,
• The Anti-Encroachment Drive to stop illegal building activity encroaching on the city's open
spaces, and the Suvarna Jayanti Nagarotthan Project to improve roads and storm water
management.
• The KMC faces problems like the civic limits of Kolhapur city which have not expanded since
1972, due to which the city cannot benefit from various government schemes.
• The Kolhapur Municipal and Regional Development Authority was established on 16 August 2017.
• This authority to manage Kolhapur city and 42 villages around it was formed for the balanced
development of Kolhapur city and the neighbouring villages.
key civic amenities and infrastructure in Kolhapur:
These amenities and infrastructure elements form the backbone of Kolhapur's urban
development and reflect the city's current challenges and ongoing initiatives.
Category Details
Land Use Residential (35%), Recreation and Entertainment (29%), Agricultural (29%),
Commercial (3%), Utilities and Water Bodies (remainder)
Water Supply Raw water supply: 128 MLD, Corporation supplies 120 MLD, Groundwater sources
contribute 8 MLD. Four treatment plants with total capacity of 162 MLD.
Sewage and 75-80 MLD sewage generation, 45 MLD centralized treatment capacity. Sewerage
Sanitation system covers 30% area.
Drainage System includes rivers, natural channels, roadside drains. Tertiary drains collect
stormwater.
Solid Waste 170 TPD waste generation, 86% collection and disposal rate. Issues with landfill site
Management and door-to-door collection.
Roads and Well-connected by road, rail, and air (to Belgaum, Mumbai). Kolhapur Municipal
Transportation Transport (KMT) provides public transport.

Urban Poverty 54 slums housing 11.60% of the population. Basic services like water supply and solid
waste management are provided. Issues with land tenure and resettlement.
Social Numerous educational institutes including Shivaji University. Health infrastructure
Infrastructure faces challenges with equipment and staff.
Social Evils and
Poverty Issues include prostitution, female foeticide, crime rate, and atrocities on women.
Reduction Efforts like SJSRY initiatives to address poverty.
CIVIC AMENITIES
key civic amenities in Kolhapur:

Public
Kolhapur Municipal Transport (KMT)*
Chhatrapati Shahu Maharaj Terminus (Railway
Water
Transportation Station)
• Kolhapur Airport
Supply and Kolhapur Municipal Corporation (KMC) Water Supply
• Sewage Treatment Plants managed by KMC

Sanitation
Chhatrapati Pramila Raje (CPR) Hospital
Kolhapur Institute of Orthopaedics and Trauma HospitalRankala Lake
Healthcare (KIOT)
D. Y. Patil Hospital and Research Centre
Recreation Shivaji Udyan
Khasbag Wrestling Stadium
Facilities Ayush Multispeciality Hospital and Sports Shahu Stadium
Pitre Hospital Town Hall Garden
• Shree Sai Hospital
Facilities Phulewadi Lake
• New Palace (Chhatrapati Shahu Museum)
Shivaji University
New Model English School
Chhatrapati Shahu Institute of Business
Educational Education and Research (CSIBER)
D. Y. Patil College of Engineering and
Cultural and Shahu Smarak Bhavan*
Institutions Technology
Kolhapur Public School
Community Kalamba Community Center*
Binkhambi Ganesh Mandir*
The Rajas School
• Kendriya Vidyalaya Kolhapur
Centers • Shri Mahalakshmi Temple
HOUSEING TYPOLOGY

A Geographical Appraisal of Housing Conditions in Rural Part of Kolhapur District

Suresh Krishna Pawar
Shivaji University, KolhapurA Geographical Appraisal of Housing Conditions in Rural Part of Kolhapur District
• Gujari , Chamber lane, Laxmi road: Dukan
makan typology (Row house)
• Rajaraampuri : Old wada, 2-3 Storied row hoses
(R.C.C structure), G+2 – G+3 Apartment, Double
storied banglow (R.C.C structure)
• Tarabai Park : 2-3 Storied row hoses (R.C.C
structure), G+2 – G+3 Apartment, Double
storied banglow (R.C.C structure)
• Ruikar Colony : Row houses, Semi detached
houses, 2-3 storied banglow, 3-4 storied
Apartment (R.C.C structure)
• Uchgoan : Load bearing single storied Houses
• Shaupuri : Single- Double storied banglow, 3-4
storied apartments (R.C.C. Structure)
• New Shahupuri : Dukan Makan Typology ( R.C.C
Sttructure), 2-3 Storied R.C.C. Structure
• Market Yard : single storied load bearing houses
• Kadam Wadi : Single - Double Storied banglow,
3-5 Storied Apartment (R.C.C. Structure)
• Mangalwar Peth : 2 Storied Load Bearing
houses, 2-3 Storied Apartment
• Shukrawar peth : 2 Storied Load bearing and
R.C.C. Banglow , 2-3 Storied Apartment
• Sambhaji Nagar : 2 Storied Load bearing and
R.C.C. Banglow , 2-4 Storied Apartment, Single
Storied load bearing houses, Slum
 Bylaws for Redevelopment of Housing Society

Rule No.7.4 Development and Redevelopment of Housing Schemes of Maharashtra Housing Area Development Authority

7.4.1
Development/re-development of housing schemes of Maharashtra Housing and Area Development Authority shall be subject to the following provisions:-

i) The FSI for a new scheme of Low Cost Housing, implemented by MHADA departmentally on vacant lands for Economically Weaker Sections (EWS), Low Income Group (LIG)
and Middle Income Group (MIG) categories shall be 3.00 or maximum building potential as per road width (Regulation No.6.1 or 6.2) whichever is maximum, on the Gross Plot
Area and at least 60% built-up area in such scheme shall be in the form of tenements under the EWS, LIG and MIG categories, as defined by the Government in Housing
Department from time to time.

ii) For redevelopment of existing housing schemes of MHADA, containing (i) EWS / LIG and/or (ii) MIG and/or (iii) HIG houses with carpet area less than the maximum carpet
area prescribed for MIG, the total permissible FSI shall be 3.00 on the gross plot area.

7.4.2
Where redevelopment of buildings in existing housing schemes of MHADA is undertaken
by the housing co-operative societies or the occupiers of such buildings or by the lessees of
MHADA, the Rehabilitation Area Entitlement, Incentive FSI and sharing of balance FSI
shall be as follows:-

i) Rehabilitation Area Entitlement:- Under the redevelopment of the building in the existing
Housing scheme of MHADA, the entitlement of rehabilitation area for an existing
residential tenement shall be equal to a sum total of -

a) A basic entitlement equivalent to the carpet area of the existing tenement plus 35%
thereof, subject to a minimum carpet area of 35 sq.m.

b) An additional entitlement governed by the size of the plot under redevelopment, in

accordance with Table 7-B below:-

Provided that the entitlement of the rehabilitation area as admissible under this
regulation shall be exclusive of the area of the balcony.
ii) Incentive FSI - Incentive FSI admissible against the FSI required for rehabilitation, as calculated in
(A) above, shall be based on the ratio (hereinafter referred to as Basic Ratio) of Land Rate (LR) in
Rs. / sq.m. of the plot under redevelopment as per the Annual Statements of Rates (ASR) and Rate of
Construction (RC)* in Rs. / sq.m. applicable to the area as per the ASR and shall be as given in the
Table 7-C below:-

Explanation:- * RC is the rate of construction in respect of R.C.C. Construction, as published by

the Chief Controlling Revenue Authority & Inspector General of Registration, Maharashtra State
in the Annual Statements of Rates.

Provided that the above incentive shall be subject to the availability of the FSI on the Plot under
redevelopment and its distribution by MHADA.

Provided further that in case there are more than one land rate applicable to different parts of the
plot under redevelopment, a weighted average of all applicable rates shall be taken for calculating
the Average Land Rate and the Basic Ratio.

Provided further that the Land Rate (LR) and the Rate of Construction (RC) for calculation of the
Basic Ratio shall be taken for the year in which the redevelopment project is approved by the
authority competent to approve it.

iii) Sharing of the Balance FSI:- The FSI remaining in the balance after providing for
the rehabilitation and the incentive components, calculated as per (i) and (ii) above
respectively, shall be shared between the Co-operative Housing Society and MHADA in
the form of built-up area, as given in Table No.7-D below and the share of MHADA shall
be handed over to MHADA free of cost.

Provided that in case of plots up to 4000 sq.m., MHADA without insisting MHADA’s
Share in the form of BUA, may allow additional BUA over and above existing BUA up
to (1) 3.00 FSI by charging premium at the percentage rate of ASR defined in Table
No.7-E below:-
7.4.3
Where redevelopment of buildings in the existing Housing Schemes of MHADA is undertaken by MHADA or jointly by the MHADA along with the housing societies or along
with the occupiers of such building or along with the lessees of MHADA, the Rehabilitation Area Entitlement shall be as follows:-

i) Rehabilitation Area Entitlement:- The Rehabilitation Area Entitlement shall be increased by 15% of the existing carpet area, over and above the Rehabilitation Area
Entitlement calculated as per Regulation No.7.4.2(i) above.

7.4.4
For the purpose of calculating the FSI, the entire area of the layout including Development Plan roads / Regional Plan Roads and internal roads but excluding the land under the
reservation of public amenities shall be considered. Sub-division of plots shall be permissible on the basis of the compulsory open spaces as in these Regulations. For low cost
housing schemes of MHADA for EWS/LIG categories, the Regulations of the UDCPR shall apply.

The reservations in the MHADA layout may be developed as per the provisions of these Regulations.

Provided that there shall be no restriction on the utilization of the FSI permissible under this Regulation except for the restrictions under any law, rule, or regulation.

7.4.5
For the purpose of this Regulation, the carpet areas for EWS, LIG or MIG tenements shall be as determined by the Government from time to time.

7.4.6
i) For providing the requisite infrastructure for the increased population, an infrastructure charge at the rate of 7% of the Land Rate as per the ASR of the year of approval of the
redevelopment project shall be chargeable for the extra FSI granted over and above the basic FSI admissible for the redevelopment schemes. 50% of the Infrastructure Charge
levied and collected by MHADA shall be transferred to the Authority for developing necessary off-site infrastructure.

ii) No premium shall be charged for the FSI admissible as per the prevailing regulations.

a) Construction of EWS/LIG and MIG tenements by MHADA on a vacant plot, or

b) In a redevelopment project for the construction of EWS/LIG and MIG tenements towards the share of MHADA.

7.4.7
Notwithstanding anything contained in these Regulations, the relaxation incorporated for the slum rehabilitation scheme shall apply to the Housing Schemes under this Regulation
for tenements under EWS / LIG and MIG categories. However, the front open space shall not be less than 3.6 m.
7.4.8
i) In any Redevelopment Scheme where the Co-operative Housing Society/Developer appointed by the Co-operative Housing Society has obtained No Objection Certificate
from the MHADA, thereby sanctioning additional balance FSI with the consent of 51% of its members and where such NOC holder has made provision for alternative permanent
accommodation in the proposed building (including transit accommodation), then it shall be obligatory for all the occupiers/members to participate in the Redevelopment Scheme
and vacate the existing tenements for the purpose of redevelopment. In case of failure to vacate the existing tenements, the provisions of relevant sections of the MHADA Act
mutatis mutandis shall apply for the purpose of getting the tenements vacated from the non-cooperative members.

ii) For the redevelopment of buildings in any existing Housing Scheme of MHADA under clause 7.4.8(i) hereinabove, by MHADA, the consent of the Co-operative Housing
Society in the form of a valid Resolution as per the Co-operative Societies Act, 1960 will be sufficient. In respect of members not cooperating
as per approval of the redevelopment project, action under relevant sections of the Maharashtra Housing and Area Development Act, 1976 may be taken by MHADA.

7.4.9
A corpus fund, as may be decided by MHADA, shall be created by the Developer which shall remain with the Co-operative Housing Societies for the maintenance of the new
buildings under the Rehabilitation Component.

7.4.10
i) In case of the layout of MHADA where development is proposed under this Regulation and where such land is observed to be partially occupied by a slum, under section 4 of
the Slum Act existing prior to 1.1.2000 or such other reference date notified by the Govt., then for integrated development of the entire layout area and in order to promote
flexibility, MHADA may propose development, including area occupied by the slum, under this regulation.

ii) a) Each eligible residential or residential cum commercial slum dweller shall be entitled to a tenement of carpet area of 27.88 sq.m. (300 [Link].) and

b) Existing or 20.90 sq.m. whichever is less in case of non-residential.

iii) If such land occupied by slum is observed to be affected by reservation then the development of reservation on land occupied by slum shall be regulated by the Slum
Regulation.

iv) Corpus fund: An amount as may be decided by SRA as per Regulation shall be deposited with MHADA Authority for each eligible slum dweller.
7.5 Protection of FSI in Redevelopment of Existing Buildings
For redevelopment or reconstruction of existing buildings, the FSI to be allowed shall be FSI permissible under Regulation No.6.1 or 6.3, or the FSI consumed by the existing
authorized building including TDR, premium FSI, etc., whichever is more. (Such TDR, Premium FSI, etc. utilized in an existing building shall be treated as authorized consumed
FSI entitled for redevelopment.)

7.6 Redevelopment of Old Dilapidated/Dangerous Buildings

Reconstruction/Redevelopment in whole or in part of any building which has ceased to exist in consequence of accidental fire/natural collapse or demolition for the reasons of the
same having been declared dangerous or dilapidated or unsafe by or under a lawful order of the Authority or building having age of more than 30 years, shall be allowed subject to
following conditions

7.6.1 Redevelopment of Multi-Dwelling Building of Co-Operative Housing Societies/Apartments

i) FSI allowed for redevelopment shall be FSI of existing authorized building and incentive FSI to the extent
of 30% of existing built-up area or 15 Sq.m. per tenement, whichever is more. Provided further that if the
existing authorized built-up area and incentive thereon as stated above is less than the maximum building
potential mentioned in Regulation No.6.1 or 6.3, as the case may be, then society may avail premium
FSI/TDR up to the maximum building potential. Such incentive FSI shall not be applicable for the
redevelopment of the existing bungalow.

ii) In cases where the carpet area occupied by residential tenement in the existing building is less than the
carpet area of 27.87 sq.m. then such tenement shall be entitled for a minimum carpet area of 27.87 sq.m. and
the difference of these areas shall be allowed as additional FSI without any premium.

In the case of a non-residential occupier the area to be given in the reconstructed building shall be equivalent
to the area occupied in the old building.

iii) This regulation shall be applicable only when existing members of the societies are proposed to be re-
accommodated.

iv) If tenanted building/s and building/s of co-operative housing society/non-tenanted building/s coexist on
the plot under development, then proportionate land component as per existing authorized built-up area of the
existing tenanted building on the plot shall be developed as per Regulation No.7.6.2 below and remainder
notional plot shall be developed as per this regulation.
7.6.2 Redevelopment of tenanted buildings

i) The FSI allowed for redevelopment of the building having protected tenants under the relevant provisions of law, shall be FSI permissible under Regulation No.6.1 or 6.3,
or the FSI consumed by the existing authorized building including TDR, premium FSI, etc., whichever is more. (Such TDR, Premium FSI, etc. utilized in the existing
building shall be treated as a basic FSI for redevelopment.) In addition to this, 50% incentive FSI of the rehab. area required for the rehabilitation of tenants shall be allowed.
Provided that rehab. area shall be the authorized utilized area or 27.87 sq.m. carpet area per tenement, whichever is more. In the case of a non-residential occupier, the area
to be given in the reconstructed building shall be equivalent to the area occupied in the old building.

Provided that, where such building is partly self-occupied by the owners, then entitlement of such partly area shall be governed by the provisions mentioned in Regulation
No.7.6.1 above.

Provided further that, if the existing authorized built-up area and incentive thereon as stated above is less than the maximum building potential mentioned in Regulation
No.6.1 or 6.3, as the case may be, then society may avail premium FSI/TDR up to the maximum building potential.

ii) All the eligible tenants of the old building shall be re-accommodated in the redeveloped building.

iii) In case of fire-gutted buildings, conditions of more than 30 years of age of buildings shall not be applicable.

Note :- (applicable for Regulation No.7.6.1 & 7.6.2)

1) For the purpose of deciding the authenticity of the structure if the approved plans of the existing structure are not available, the Authority shall consider other evidence
such as Assessment Record City Survey Record, or Sanad.

2) The new building may be permitted to be reconstructed in pursuance of an agreement to be executed on stamp paper by at least 51% of the landlord/occupants in the
original building, within the meaning of the Bombay Rents, Hotel and Lodging House Rents Control Act, 1947 or Apartment Act and its related provision and in such
agreement provision for accommodation for all occupants in the new building on agreed terms shall be made and a copy of such agreement shall be deposited with the
Planning Authority before commencement or undertaking reconstruction of the new buildings.

3) An amount as may be decided by the Government shall be paid by the Owner/Developer/Society as additional Development Cess for the built-up area over and above the
Base FSI. A corpus fund as decided by the Authority is to be created by the Developer which will take care of the maintenance of the building for a period of 10 years.