Dhanewadi - Kadegaon, Sangli
Dhanewadi is a village situated in the Kadegaon tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kadegaon and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Dhanewadi village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhanewadi is 568460. The village covers a total geographical area of 347 hectares and falls under the 415311 pincode. Vita is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Dhanewadi 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 Dhanewadi
According to the 2011 Census, Dhanewadi village had a total population of 863 people, including 401 males and 462 females, living in 196 households. The sex ratio was 1,152 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.78%, with male literacy at 92.59% and female literacy at 72.32%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 863 | 401 | 462 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 111 | 50 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 615 | 325 | 290 |
| Illiterate Population | 248 | 76 | 172 |
Nearby Villages of Dhanewadi
Dhanewadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kherade Wangi | South-East | 2.93 km |
| Upale Wangi | West | 2.97 km |
| Chorade | North-West | 3.60 km |
| Upale Mayani | South-West | 3.89 km |
| Tondoli | South | 4.98 km |
| Shenawadi | North | 5.26 km |
| Mhasurne | North-East | 5.66 km |
| Kotij | South-East | 5.84 km |
| Rahatani | North | 6.21 km |
| Hingangaon Bk | West | 6.56 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dhanewadi
Dhanewadi 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 63.5 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 Vita to Dhanewadi is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Dhanewadi 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 Dhanewadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhanewadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dhanewadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhanewadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dhanewadi
Where is Dhanewadi located?
Dhanewadi village is located in Kadegaon Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Dhanewadi?
Dhanewadi is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dhanewadi?
The pincode of Dhanewadi is 415311.
What is the population of Dhanewadi?
Dhanewadi had a total population of 863, including 401 males and 462 females.
How many households are there in Dhanewadi?
Dhanewadi had 196 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhanewadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhanewadi was 81.78%. Male literacy was 92.59% and female literacy was 72.32%.