Ravalgundwadi - Jat, Sangli
Ravalgundwadi is a village situated in the Jat tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jat and around 103 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Rawalgundwadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ravalgundwadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ravalgundwadi is 568935. The village covers a total geographical area of 2279 hectares and falls under the 416404 pincode. Bijapur (karnataka) is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Ravalgundwadi 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 Ravalgundwadi
As per Census 2011, Ravalgundwadi village has a total population of 2,412 people, consisting of 1,191 males and 1,221 females. The village has 487 households and a sex ratio of 1,025 females per 1,000 males. There are 283 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,602 literate and 810 illiterate residents. Additionally, 163 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ravalgundwadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,412 | 1,191 | 1,221 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 283 | 129 | 154 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 163 | 79 | 84 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,602 | 900 | 702 |
| Illiterate Population | 810 | 291 | 519 |
Nearby Villages of Ravalgundwadi
Ravalgundwadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Untwadi | West | 3.11 km |
| Muchandi | East | 4.81 km |
| Khojanwadi | South-West | 5.24 km |
| Devnal | North-West | 5.77 km |
| Kottalgi | South | 6.20 km |
| Shedyal | North-East | 6.96 km |
| Amrutwadi | North-West | 7.03 km |
| Darikonur | North-East | 9.53 km |
| Mallal | North-West | 9.56 km |
| Umarani | South-West | 9.78 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ravalgundwadi
Ravalgundwadi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Jath Road, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 76.6 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 Ravalgundwadi is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Ravalgundwadi is about 103 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ravalgundwadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ravalgundwadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Ravalgundwadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ravalgundwadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ravalgundwadi
Where is Ravalgundwadi located?
Ravalgundwadi village is located in Jat Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ravalgundwadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Ravalgundwadi is Rawalgundwadi.
What is the pincode of Ravalgundwadi?
The pincode of Ravalgundwadi is 416404.
What is the population of Ravalgundwadi?
Ravalgundwadi has a total population of 2,412, including 1,191 males and 1,221 females.
How many households are there in Ravalgundwadi?
There are 487 households in Ravalgundwadi.
What is the literacy rate in Ravalgundwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ravalgundwadi is 66.42%. Male literacy is 75.57% and female literacy is 57.49%.