Kundal - Palus, Sangli
Kundal is a village situated in the Palus tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Palus and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Kundal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kundal is 568413. The village covers a total geographical area of 2768 hectares and falls under the 416309 pincode. Uran Islampur is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Kundal 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 Kundal
As per Census 2011, Kundal village has a total population of 18,287 people, consisting of 9,432 males and 8,855 females. The village has 3,765 households and a sex ratio of 938 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,785 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 14,276 literate and 4,011 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,744 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 164 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kundal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 18,287 | 9,432 | 8,855 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,785 | 988 | 797 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,744 | 902 | 842 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 164 | 90 | 74 |
| Literate Population | 14,276 | 7,664 | 6,612 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,011 | 1,768 | 2,243 |
Nearby Villages of Kundal
Kundal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kumbhargaon | North-West | 3.00 km |
| Jadhavnagar | North | 3.81 km |
| Savantpur | South-East | 3.85 km |
| Dudhondi | South-West | 4.13 km |
| Ghogaon | West | 4.38 km |
| Balvadi Bhalvani | North-East | 4.52 km |
| Palus | South-East | 5.06 km |
| Dahyari | West | 5.18 km |
| Andhali | East | 6.01 km |
| Devrashtre | North-West | 6.03 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kundal
Kundal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kirloskarvadi, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Uran Islampur to Kundal is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Kundal is about 40 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 Kundal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kundal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kundal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kundal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kundal
Where is Kundal located?
Kundal village is located in Palus Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kundal?
Kundal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kundal?
The pincode of Kundal is 416309.
What is the population of Kundal?
Kundal has a total population of 18,287, including 9,432 males and 8,855 females.
How many households are there in Kundal?
There are 3,765 households in Kundal.
What is the literacy rate in Kundal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kundal is 78.07%. Male literacy is 81.26% and female literacy is 74.67%.