Padmale - Miraj, Sangli
Padmale is a village situated in the Miraj tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Miraj and around 5 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Padmale village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padmale is 568711. The village covers a total geographical area of 431.29 hectares and falls under the 416415 pincode. Sangli Miraj Kupwad is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Padmale village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Miraj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sangli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Padmale
As per Census 2011, Padmale village has a total population of 2,692 people, consisting of 1,413 males and 1,279 females. The village has 540 households and a sex ratio of 905 females per 1,000 males. There are 282 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,148 literate and 544 illiterate residents. Additionally, 303 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 70 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Padmale are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,692 | 1,413 | 1,279 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 282 | 164 | 118 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 303 | 159 | 144 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 70 | 37 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 2,148 | 1,186 | 962 |
| Illiterate Population | 544 | 227 | 317 |
Nearby Villages of Padmale
Padmale 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Karnal | North-East | 2.26 km |
| Mouje Digraj | North-West | 3.78 km |
| Budhgaon | North-East | 4.62 km |
| Kasabe Digraj | West | 4.89 km |
| Haripur | South | 5.46 km |
| Bisur | North-East | 6.11 km |
| Samdoli | South-West | 6.15 km |
| Kavaji Khotwadi | North | 6.35 km |
| Nandre | North | 6.63 km |
| Bamnoli | East | 7.94 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Padmale
Public transport in the Padmale is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Madhavnagar, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 29.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sangli Miraj Kupwad to Padmale is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Padmale is about 5 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Padmale
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padmale 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 Padmale
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padmale 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Padmale
Where is Padmale located?
Padmale village is located in Miraj Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padmale?
Padmale is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Padmale?
The pincode of Padmale is 416415.
What is the population of Padmale?
Padmale has a total population of 2,692, including 1,413 males and 1,279 females.
How many households are there in Padmale?
There are 540 households in Padmale.
What is the literacy rate in Padmale?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padmale is 79.79%. Male literacy is 83.93% and female literacy is 75.22%.