Belavade - Kadegaon, Sangli
Belavade is a village situated in the Kadegaon tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kadegaon and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Belawade serves as the Gram Panchayat for Belavade village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Belavade is 568477. The village covers a total geographical area of 524 hectares and falls under the 415305 pincode. Karad is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Belavade village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Palus-kadegaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sangli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Belavade
As per Census 2011, Belavade village has a total population of 1,379 people, consisting of 677 males and 702 females. The village has 322 households and a sex ratio of 1,036 females per 1,000 males. There are 123 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 988 literate and 391 illiterate residents. Additionally, 82 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Belavade are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,379 | 677 | 702 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 123 | 61 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 82 | 39 | 43 |
| Literate Population | 988 | 551 | 437 |
| Illiterate Population | 391 | 126 | 265 |
Nearby Villages of Belavade
Belavade 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Saspade | East | 1.71 km |
| Nimsod | South-West | 1.99 km |
| Yede | North | 2.61 km |
| Renusewadi | West | 3.25 km |
| Soholi | South-East | 3.29 km |
| Vihapur | West | 3.70 km |
| Upale Mayani | North-East | 4.09 km |
| Shivajinagar (nhavi) | South-West | 4.63 km |
| Tondoli | East | 4.64 km |
| Chikhali | South-East | 5.50 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Belavade
Belavade is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Karad, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 59.1 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 Karad to Belavade is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Belavade is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Belavade
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Belavade village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Belavade
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Belavade 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 Belavade
Where is Belavade located?
Belavade village is located in Kadegaon Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Belavade?
The Gram Panchayat of Belavade is Belawade.
What is the pincode of Belavade?
The pincode of Belavade is 415305.
What is the population of Belavade?
Belavade has a total population of 1,379, including 677 males and 702 females.
How many households are there in Belavade?
There are 322 households in Belavade.
What is the literacy rate in Belavade?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Belavade is 71.65%. Male literacy is 81.39% and female literacy is 62.25%.