Rajewadi - Atpadi, Sangli
Rajewadi is a village situated in the Atpadi tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Atpadi and around 115 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Rajewadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rajewadi is 568565. The village covers a total geographical area of 1933.82 hectares and falls under the 415315 pincode. Pandharpur is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Rajewadi 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 Rajewadi
As per Census 2011, Rajewadi village has a total population of 2,443 people, consisting of 1,233 males and 1,210 females. The village has 517 households and a sex ratio of 981 females per 1,000 males. There are 280 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,539 literate and 904 illiterate residents. Additionally, 579 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 26 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rajewadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,443 | 1,233 | 1,210 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 280 | 151 | 129 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 579 | 300 | 279 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 26 | 13 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 1,539 | 881 | 658 |
| Illiterate Population | 904 | 352 | 552 |
Nearby Villages of Rajewadi
Rajewadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Itaki | East | 3.72 km |
| Hingani | North-West | 4.12 km |
| Lingiware | South | 5.22 km |
| Pujarwadi | South-East | 5.46 km |
| Bacheri | North-East | 6.65 km |
| Dighanchi | South | 6.94 km |
| Palsavade | South-West | 7.06 km |
| Pandharewadi | South-East | 7.83 km |
| Devapur | West | 7.97 km |
| Sulewadi | North | 8.72 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Rajewadi
Public transport in the Rajewadi is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sangola, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 85.1 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 Pandharpur to Rajewadi is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Rajewadi is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rajewadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rajewadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Rajewadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rajewadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Rajewadi
Where is Rajewadi located?
Rajewadi village is located in Atpadi Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rajewadi?
Rajewadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Rajewadi?
The pincode of Rajewadi is 415315.
What is the population of Rajewadi?
Rajewadi has a total population of 2,443, including 1,233 males and 1,210 females.
How many households are there in Rajewadi?
There are 517 households in Rajewadi.
What is the literacy rate in Rajewadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rajewadi is 63.00%. Male literacy is 71.45% and female literacy is 54.38%.