Shetphale - Atpadi, Sangli
Shetphale is a village situated in the Atpadi tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Atpadi and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Shetphale village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shetphale is 568596. The village covers a total geographical area of 3220.29 hectares and falls under the 415306 pincode. Vita is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Shetphale 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 Shetphale
As per Census 2011, Shetphale village has a total population of 4,933 people, consisting of 2,423 males and 2,510 females. The village has 978 households and a sex ratio of 1,035 females per 1,000 males. There are 560 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,375 literate and 1,558 illiterate residents. Additionally, 549 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shetphale are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,933 | 2,423 | 2,510 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 560 | 295 | 265 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 549 | 260 | 289 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 3,375 | 1,829 | 1,546 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,558 | 594 | 964 |
Nearby Villages of Shetphale
Shetphale 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Malewadi | West | 3.70 km |
| Patrewadi | South-West | 3.97 km |
| Somewadi | East | 4.03 km |
| Lengrewadi | North | 4.26 km |
| Bandgarwadi | North-East | 4.94 km |
| Tadawale | North-West | 5.87 km |
| Goudwadi | South-East | 6.54 km |
| Kargani | West | 7.19 km |
| Chopadi | East | 7.25 km |
| Kalewadi | South-West | 7.29 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shetphale
Shetphale is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Gulvanchi, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 77.8 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 Shetphale is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Shetphale is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shetphale
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shetphale village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Shetphale
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shetphale 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Shetphale
Where is Shetphale located?
Shetphale village is located in Atpadi Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shetphale?
Shetphale is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shetphale?
The pincode of Shetphale is 415306.
What is the population of Shetphale?
Shetphale has a total population of 4,933, including 2,423 males and 2,510 females.
How many households are there in Shetphale?
There are 978 households in Shetphale.
What is the literacy rate in Shetphale?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shetphale is 68.42%. Male literacy is 75.48% and female literacy is 61.59%.