Muchandi - Jat, Sangli
Muchandi is a village situated in the Jat tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jat and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Muchandi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Muchandi is 568936. The village covers a total geographical area of 4524 hectares and falls under the 416404 pincode. Bijapur (karnataka) is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Muchandi 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 Muchandi
As per Census 2011, Muchandi village has a total population of 4,295 people, consisting of 2,162 males and 2,133 females. The village has 861 households and a sex ratio of 986 females per 1,000 males. There are 563 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,619 literate and 1,676 illiterate residents. Additionally, 370 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 27 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Muchandi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,295 | 2,162 | 2,133 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 563 | 297 | 266 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 370 | 174 | 196 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 27 | 17 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 2,619 | 1,486 | 1,133 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,676 | 676 | 1,000 |
Nearby Villages of Muchandi
Muchandi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shedyal | North | 4.80 km |
| Ravalgundwadi | West | 4.81 km |
| Darikonur | North-East | 5.15 km |
| Kottalgi | South-West | 7.70 km |
| Untwadi | West | 7.73 km |
| Siddhanath | East | 8.04 km |
| Kanamadi | South-East | 8.46 km |
| Walsang | North | 8.71 km |
| Soradi | North-East | 9.05 km |
| Amrutwadi | North-West | 9.34 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Muchandi
Muchandi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Jath Road, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 73.6 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 Bijapur (karnataka) to Muchandi is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Muchandi is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Muchandi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Muchandi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Muchandi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Muchandi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Muchandi
Where is Muchandi located?
Muchandi village is located in Jat Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Muchandi?
Muchandi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Muchandi?
The pincode of Muchandi is 416404.
What is the population of Muchandi?
Muchandi has a total population of 4,295, including 2,162 males and 2,133 females.
How many households are there in Muchandi?
There are 861 households in Muchandi.
What is the literacy rate in Muchandi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Muchandi is 60.98%. Male literacy is 68.73% and female literacy is 53.12%.