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Khadikolvan
Visit Khadikolvan as a day trip from Devrukh or Sangameshwar; explore temples and hot spring, then return same evening.
Khadikolvan is a small historic village in South Konkan, Maharashtra. Its attractions – Shri Gangeshwar Temple, nearby Marleshwar cave temple and a hot spring – are reachable on foot, but there are no hotels or ATMs, so a single day visit from nearby towns is most practical.
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- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- INR
- Best months
- Oct–Mar (check)
- avoid Jun–Sep (monsoon, roads may be closed)
- Airport
- none nearby
- Nights
- 0
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Rules in force · 6
- South Asia ↗Trekking regions, border districts and several Indian states need separate permits on top of the visa; check the permit before you book transport into them.
- South Asia ↗Remove shoes (and in many Jain and Hindu temples, leather) before entering; cover shoulders and legs; ask before photographing people or rituals.
- India ↗Apply for the e-visa only on the official government portal (indianvisaonline.gov.in); lookalike sites charge extra. Check the current rules, fees and how far ahead to apply.
- India ↗Do not follow anyone who says your hotel is closed, the station ticket office is closed or a road is shut; use the prepaid taxi counter, the metro or an app car.
- India ↗Carry Indian rupees in small notes (10, 20, 50, 100); change for 500 is often refused.
- India ↗Parts of the Northeast, Sikkim, Ladakh, the Andaman and Nicobar Islands and all border belts need a Protected or Restricted Area Permit or an Inner Line Permit for foreigners; check before you book the route.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide8 covered · 4 not yet ▾
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- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Emergency numbers for Khadikolvan100 ▾
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Khadikolvan, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Indian rupees (INR, ₹) in small notes for autos, street food, tips and entry tickets.India-wide
- SIM or eSIMJio, Airtel and Vi sell tourist SIMs at airport counters and their shops; passport, visa and a photo needed; activation can take a few hours.India-wide
- Tap waterNot drinkable from the tap.India-wide
- TippingRestaurant: 5–10% if no service charge is on the bill.India-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets C/D/M. US/Canada (A/B): adapter · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 230 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.India-wide
- SafetyGenerally safe for daytime visits; watch out for uneven paths and limited connectivity.
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- RestroomsWestern toilets in hotels, malls and airports; squat toilets with a water jug or hose in stations and villages.India-wide
- Emergency numbers100 police · 101 fire and ambulance · 112 General emergency (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysThe Taj Mahal is closed on Fridays; many museums close on Mondays; banks close on the second and fourth Saturdays…India-wide
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- Getting aroundThe village is walkable; internal paths lead to temples, riverbank and spring.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Metro or bus rideLocal bus ride (Devrukh ↔ Khadikolvan)₹120–₹150 (≈ US$2)
- Budget bedGuesthouse room, a night, per room₹600 (≈ US$7)
- Mid-range bedBudget hotel room, a night, per room₹1,200 (≈ US$14)
- High-end bedBudget hotel room, a night, per room₹2,000 (≈ US$25)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget ₹300 (≈ US$4) · Mid ₹600 (≈ US$7) · High ₹1,200 (≈ US$14)
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- none nearby: arrive by land or via another city
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Feb
Best
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Mar
Best
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Apr
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34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
May
not flagged
35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)
Jun
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33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Jul
Avoid
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Aug
Avoid
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Sep
Avoid
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Oct
Best
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Nov
Best
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Dec
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Best: Oct–Mar. Avoid: Jun–Sep. Month by month →
Warmest May (35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)), coolest Jan (20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C) low), wettest Jul (12 rain days), driest Apr (2). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Khadikolvan: next 7 days
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Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
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31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
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33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
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34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
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35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
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Jun
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
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32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
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Oct
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Nov
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
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Dec
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
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High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
The village is walkable; internal paths lead to temples, riverbank and spring. Use local buses or hired taxis from Devrukh or Sangameshwar for the 45‑minute approach.
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Marleshwar Temple
goDoor to door: ≈45 min each way
Local bus or taxi from Khadikolvan, about 14 km (8.7 mi)Local bus or taxi from Khadikolvan, about 8.7 mi (14 km)
Annual fair on 14 Jan; timed entry not required
Ratnagiri
cautionDoor to door: ≈2 h each way
Bus or taxi via Devrukh, roughly 70 km (43 mi)Bus or taxi via Devrukh, roughly 43 mi (70 km)
Longer travel; consider overnight if combining with coastal sights
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Devrukh
budget hotels and lodges; base for day trips to Khadikolvan
Sangameshwar
mid‑range options; train station nearby
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- ₹500–₹800 (≈ US$6–10) excl. bed
- Mid
- ₹800–₹1,200 (≈ US$10–14) excl. bed
- High
- ₹1,200 (≈ US$14)+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Budget hotel room1 × 1 night × ₹800 | ₹800 |
| Food, local transport, entries1 × 1 day × ₹300 | ₹300 |
| Local bus Devrukh ↔ Khadikolvan1 × ₹120 · check | ₹120 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | ₹122 |
| Trip total≈ ₹1,342 per person per day, bed included | ₹1,342≈ US$16 |
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2026 estimate; flights excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.
Prices of common things
| Local bus ride (Devrukh ↔ Khadikolvan) | ₹120–₹150 (≈ US$2) |
| Cashew nuts (local market) | ₹200–₹300 (≈ US$3–4) per kg |
| Mango (seasonal) | ₹30–₹50 (≈ under US$1) each |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Limited mobile coverage – BSNL and Jio work only in patches
- No ATM or banking services in the village
- Roads can be slippery during monsoon; check local conditions
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 100
- Fire and ambulance
- 101
- General emergency
- 112
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कृपया इस पते पर ले जाएँTo this address, please
Emergency
- Police100
- Fire and ambulance101
- General emergency112
Embassy
US consulate in Mumbai; Indian visa required (e‑visa).
My embassy: —
Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Devrukh → Khadikolvan bus: ≈₹130 one‑way, 45 min (check schedule)
- Sangameshwar railway station → Devrukh bus: ≈₹80, 30 min
Say or show
- माफ़ कीजिए — Excuse me / Sorry (maaf kijiye)
- धन्यवाद — Thank you (dhanyavaad)
- यह कितना है? — How much is this? (yeh kitna hai?)
- बस स्टॉप कहाँ है? — Where is the bus stop? (bas stop kahaan hai?)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Khadikolvan. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
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- Best months: Oct–Mar (check) · avoid Jun–Sep (monsoon, roads may be closed) · month by month →
- 0 airports and 2 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 2 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Base in Devrukh → bus to Khadikolvan → walk to temples and spring
- If staying longer, arrange homestay with local families (check availability)
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