Nimbawade - Atpadi, Sangli
Nimbawade is a village situated in the Atpadi tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Atpadi and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Nimbawade village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nimbawade is 568578. The village covers a total geographical area of 3017 hectares and falls under the 415301 pincode. Vita is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Nimbawade 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 Nimbawade
According to the 2011 Census, Nimbawade village had a total population of 4,324 people, including 2,141 males and 2,183 females, living in 898 households. The sex ratio was 1,020 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.41%, with male literacy at 79.89% and female literacy at 53.40%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 323, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,324 | 2,141 | 2,183 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 484 | 256 | 228 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 323 | 147 | 176 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,550 | 1,506 | 1,044 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,774 | 635 | 1,139 |
Nearby Villages of Nimbawade
Nimbawade 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Wakshewadi | South-West | 4.12 km |
| Galavewadi | East | 4.29 km |
| Pisewadi | North-East | 4.86 km |
| Shenwadi | West | 5.19 km |
| Mudhewadi | South | 5.80 km |
| Palaskhel | North-East | 6.05 km |
| Kuranewadi | North | 6.31 km |
| Maptemala | East | 6.51 km |
| Kamth | South | 6.73 km |
| Varkute Malavadi | North | 6.99 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nimbawade
Nimbawade is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Wasud, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 82.5 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 Nimbawade is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Nimbawade is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nimbawade
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nimbawade village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Nimbawade
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nimbawade village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Nimbawade
Where is Nimbawade located?
Nimbawade village is located in Atpadi Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nimbawade?
Nimbawade is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nimbawade?
The pincode of Nimbawade is 415301.
What is the population of Nimbawade?
Nimbawade had a total population of 4,324, including 2,141 males and 2,183 females.
How many households are there in Nimbawade?
Nimbawade had 898 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nimbawade?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nimbawade was 66.41%. Male literacy was 79.89% and female literacy was 53.40%.