Hivtad - Atpadi, Sangli
Hivtad is a village situated in the Atpadi tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Atpadi and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Hewatad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hivtad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hivtad is 568623. The village covers a total geographical area of 2228.09 hectares and falls under the 415306 pincode. Vita is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Hivtad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khanapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sangli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hivtad
As per Census 2011, Hivtad village has a total population of 2,942 people, consisting of 1,445 males and 1,497 females. The village has 604 households and a sex ratio of 1,035 females per 1,000 males. There are 366 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,797 literate and 1,145 illiterate residents. Additionally, 323 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 38 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hivtad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,942 | 1,445 | 1,497 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 366 | 201 | 165 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 323 | 153 | 170 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 38 | 18 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 1,797 | 1,004 | 793 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,145 | 441 | 704 |
Nearby Villages of Hivtad
Hivtad 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tadachiwadi | South-East | 3.99 km |
| Kusbavade | South | 4.09 km |
| Manewadi | West | 4.17 km |
| Palashi | South-West | 4.28 km |
| Gomewadi | North | 4.52 km |
| Talewadi | East | 4.75 km |
| Banurgad | South-East | 4.95 km |
| Hivare | South-West | 5.84 km |
| Kalewadi | North-East | 6.01 km |
| Nelkaranji | West | 6.30 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Hivtad
Hivtad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dhalgaon, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 67.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vita to Hivtad is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Hivtad is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hivtad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hivtad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Hivtad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hivtad 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Hivtad
Where is Hivtad located?
Hivtad village is located in Atpadi Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hivtad?
The Gram Panchayat of Hivtad is Hewatad.
What is the pincode of Hivtad?
The pincode of Hivtad is 415306.
What is the population of Hivtad?
Hivtad has a total population of 2,942, including 1,445 males and 1,497 females.
How many households are there in Hivtad?
There are 604 households in Hivtad.
What is the literacy rate in Hivtad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hivtad is 61.08%. Male literacy is 69.48% and female literacy is 52.97%.