Arewadi - Kavathemahankal, Sangli
Arewadi is a village situated in the Kavathemahankal tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kavathemahankal and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Arewadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Arewadi is 568774. The village covers a total geographical area of 1079.9 hectares and falls under the 416403 pincode. Sangli Miraj Kupwad is the nearest town, located about 46 km away.
Arewadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khanapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sangli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Arewadi
As per Census 2011, Arewadi village has a total population of 2,914 people, consisting of 1,518 males and 1,396 females. The village has 580 households and a sex ratio of 919 females per 1,000 males. There are 339 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,755 literate and 1,159 illiterate residents. Additionally, 274 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Arewadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,914 | 1,518 | 1,396 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 339 | 181 | 158 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 274 | 144 | 130 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,755 | 1,008 | 747 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,159 | 510 | 649 |
Nearby Villages of Arewadi
Arewadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kerewadi | West | 2.52 km |
| Dhalewadi | South-East | 3.87 km |
| Langarpeth | South | 3.91 km |
| Dhalgaon | East | 4.22 km |
| Kadamwadi | North-East | 4.71 km |
| Nimaj | North-East | 4.94 km |
| Agalgaon | South-West | 5.57 km |
| Raywadi | North-West | 5.64 km |
| Shelkewadi | West | 5.82 km |
| Irali | South | 6.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Arewadi
Public transport in the Arewadi is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dhalgaon, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 67.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sangli Miraj Kupwad to Arewadi is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Arewadi is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Arewadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Arewadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Arewadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Arewadi 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Arewadi
Where is Arewadi located?
Arewadi village is located in Kavathemahankal Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Arewadi?
Arewadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Arewadi?
The pincode of Arewadi is 416403.
What is the population of Arewadi?
Arewadi has a total population of 2,914, including 1,518 males and 1,396 females.
How many households are there in Arewadi?
There are 580 households in Arewadi.
What is the literacy rate in Arewadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Arewadi is 60.23%. Male literacy is 66.40% and female literacy is 53.51%.