Landagewadi - Kavathemahankal, Sangli
Landagewadi is a village situated in the Kavathemahankal tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kavathemahankal and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Landgewadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Landagewadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Landagewadi is 568792. The village covers a total geographical area of 775 hectares and falls under the 416419 pincode. Sangli Miraj Kupwad is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Landagewadi 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 Landagewadi
As per Census 2011, Landagewadi village has a total population of 2,125 people, consisting of 1,103 males and 1,022 females. The village has 453 households and a sex ratio of 926 females per 1,000 males. There are 228 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,591 literate and 534 illiterate residents. Additionally, 58 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Landagewadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,125 | 1,103 | 1,022 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 228 | 125 | 103 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 58 | 28 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 1,591 | 897 | 694 |
| Illiterate Population | 534 | 206 | 328 |
Nearby Villages of Landagewadi
Landagewadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shirdhon | West | 2.45 km |
| Jayagavhan | North-West | 3.31 km |
| Zurewadi | South-East | 3.38 km |
| Malangaon | North-West | 4.74 km |
| Kuchi | North-East | 4.97 km |
| Morgaon | South | 5.37 km |
| Wadgaon | North | 5.98 km |
| Borgaon | West | 6.61 km |
| Nagewadi | North-West | 6.72 km |
| Lokarewadi | North | 7.38 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Landagewadi
Landagewadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kavathe Mahankl, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.8 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sangli Miraj Kupwad to Landagewadi is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Landagewadi is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Landagewadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Landagewadi 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Landagewadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Landagewadi 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Landagewadi
Where is Landagewadi located?
Landagewadi village is located in Kavathemahankal Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Landagewadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Landagewadi is Landgewadi.
What is the pincode of Landagewadi?
The pincode of Landagewadi is 416419.
What is the population of Landagewadi?
Landagewadi has a total population of 2,125, including 1,103 males and 1,022 females.
How many households are there in Landagewadi?
There are 453 households in Landagewadi.
What is the literacy rate in Landagewadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Landagewadi is 74.87%. Male literacy is 81.32% and female literacy is 67.91%.