Mirawad - Jat, Sangli
Mirawad is a village situated in the Jat tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jat and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Mirawad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mirawad is 568839. The village covers a total geographical area of 1160 hectares and falls under the 416402 pincode. Sangli Miraj Kupwad is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Mirawad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sangli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mirawad
As per Census 2011, Mirawad village has a total population of 1,271 people, consisting of 655 males and 616 females. The village has 279 households and a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males. There are 171 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 710 literate and 561 illiterate residents. Additionally, 107 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 21 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mirawad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,271 | 655 | 616 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 171 | 93 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 107 | 55 | 52 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 21 | 11 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 710 | 400 | 310 |
| Illiterate Population | 561 | 255 | 306 |
Nearby Villages of Mirawad
Mirawad 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jirgyal | South-West | 2.60 km |
| Khalati | North-East | 3.88 km |
| Salmalgewadi | South-East | 4.42 km |
| Dafalapur | North-West | 4.94 km |
| Ekundi | South | 5.14 km |
| Belunkhi | North | 6.75 km |
| Washan | North-East | 7.10 km |
| Vajrawad | South | 7.43 km |
| Kudnur | West | 7.57 km |
| Shinganapur | South-West | 7.85 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mirawad
Mirawad is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Kavathe Mahankl, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 73.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sangli Miraj Kupwad to Mirawad is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Mirawad is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mirawad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mirawad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Mirawad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mirawad 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Mirawad
Where is Mirawad located?
Mirawad village is located in Jat Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mirawad?
Mirawad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mirawad?
The pincode of Mirawad is 416402.
What is the population of Mirawad?
Mirawad has a total population of 1,271, including 655 males and 616 females.
How many households are there in Mirawad?
There are 279 households in Mirawad.
What is the literacy rate in Mirawad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mirawad is 55.86%. Male literacy is 61.07% and female literacy is 50.32%.