Yewalewadi - Kadegaon, Sangli
Yewalewadi is a village situated in the Kadegaon tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kadegaon and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Yewalewadi village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Yewalewadi is 568495. The village covers a total geographical area of 271.18 hectares and falls under the 415305 pincode. Vita is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Yewalewadi 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 Yewalewadi
According to the 2011 Census, Yewalewadi village had a total population of 1,187 people, including 577 males and 610 females, living in 245 households. The sex ratio was 1,057 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.78%, with male literacy at 89.49% and female literacy at 72.51%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 13.
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 | 1,187 | 577 | 610 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 131 | 63 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 4 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 853 | 460 | 393 |
| Illiterate Population | 334 | 117 | 217 |
Nearby Villages of Yewalewadi
Yewalewadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hanmant Vadiye | North-East | 1.34 km |
| Amrapur | North-West | 2.56 km |
| Shivani | South | 2.69 km |
| Wadiyeraybag | South-East | 4.31 km |
| Kherade Vita | North | 4.42 km |
| Ambegaon | East | 4.60 km |
| Chikhali | North-West | 4.71 km |
| Bhikawadi Khu | North-East | 5.13 km |
| Shelakbav | South-East | 5.81 km |
| Kadepur | West | 5.82 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Yewalewadi
Yewalewadi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Bhavani Nagar, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.3 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 Yewalewadi is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Yewalewadi is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Yewalewadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Yewalewadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Yewalewadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Yewalewadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Yewalewadi
Where is Yewalewadi located?
Yewalewadi village is located in Kadegaon Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Yewalewadi?
Yewalewadi is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Yewalewadi?
The pincode of Yewalewadi is 415305.
What is the population of Yewalewadi?
Yewalewadi had a total population of 1,187, including 577 males and 610 females.
How many households are there in Yewalewadi?
Yewalewadi had 245 households.
What is the literacy rate in Yewalewadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Yewalewadi was 80.78%. Male literacy was 89.49% and female literacy was 72.51%.