Walwan - Atpadi, Sangli
Walwan is a village situated in the Atpadi tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Atpadi and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Walwan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Walwan is 568610. The village covers a total geographical area of 1388.72 hectares and falls under the 415308 pincode. Vita is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Walwan 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 Walwan
As per Census 2011, Walwan village has a total population of 1,807 people, consisting of 833 males and 974 females. The village has 409 households and a sex ratio of 1,169 females per 1,000 males. There are 151 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,135 literate and 672 illiterate residents. Additionally, 258 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Walwan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,807 | 833 | 974 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 151 | 68 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 258 | 117 | 141 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,135 | 609 | 526 |
| Illiterate Population | 672 | 224 | 448 |
Nearby Villages of Walwan
Walwan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gharniki | North | 3.39 km |
| Chinchale | East | 3.64 km |
| Bhood | South-West | 4.62 km |
| Menganwadi | South | 5.20 km |
| Balvadi (kha) | South | 5.43 km |
| Ghanand | North-East | 5.89 km |
| Kharsundi | East | 6.18 km |
| Pimpari Bk. | North | 6.79 km |
| Devnagar | West | 7.12 km |
| Dhavadwadi | South-East | 7.40 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Walwan
Walwan 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 69.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vita to Walwan is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Walwan is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Walwan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Walwan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Walwan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Walwan 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 Walwan
Where is Walwan located?
Walwan village is located in Atpadi Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Walwan?
Walwan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Walwan?
The pincode of Walwan is 415308.
What is the population of Walwan?
Walwan has a total population of 1,807, including 833 males and 974 females.
How many households are there in Walwan?
There are 409 households in Walwan.
What is the literacy rate in Walwan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Walwan is 62.81%. Male literacy is 73.11% and female literacy is 54.00%.