Punadi Tarf Walava - Palus, Sangli
Punadi Tarf Walava is a village situated in the Palus tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Palus and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Pundi Tarf Walwa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Punadi Tarf Walava village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Punadi Tarf Walava is 568417. The village covers a total geographical area of 609 hectares and falls under the 416308 pincode. Uran Islampur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Punadi Tarf Walava 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 Punadi Tarf Walava
As per Census 2011, Punadi Tarf Walava village has a total population of 3,712 people, consisting of 1,898 males and 1,814 females. The village has 763 households and a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males. There are 392 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,924 literate and 788 illiterate residents. Additionally, 357 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 340 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Punadi Tarf Walava are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,712 | 1,898 | 1,814 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 392 | 209 | 183 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 357 | 178 | 179 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 340 | 169 | 171 |
| Literate Population | 2,924 | 1,596 | 1,328 |
| Illiterate Population | 788 | 302 | 486 |
Nearby Villages of Punadi Tarf Walava
Punadi Tarf Walava 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pundiwadi | South-West | 1.23 km |
| Nagarale | South-East | 1.88 km |
| June Khed | West | 2.31 km |
| Dudhondi | North-East | 2.45 km |
| Nave Khed | West | 3.06 km |
| Masuchiwadi | North-West | 3.78 km |
| Burli | East | 4.12 km |
| Shirgaon | South | 4.33 km |
| Ghogaon | North | 4.48 km |
| Walwa | South-West | 4.51 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Punadi Tarf Walava
Punadi Tarf Walava 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 36.7 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 Uran Islampur to Punadi Tarf Walava is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Punadi Tarf Walava is about 35 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 Punadi Tarf Walava
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Punadi Tarf Walava 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 Punadi Tarf Walava
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Punadi Tarf Walava 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 Punadi Tarf Walava
Where is Punadi Tarf Walava located?
Punadi Tarf Walava village is located in Palus Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Punadi Tarf Walava?
The Gram Panchayat of Punadi Tarf Walava is Pundi Tarf Walwa.
What is the pincode of Punadi Tarf Walava?
The pincode of Punadi Tarf Walava is 416308.
What is the population of Punadi Tarf Walava?
Punadi Tarf Walava has a total population of 3,712, including 1,898 males and 1,814 females.
How many households are there in Punadi Tarf Walava?
There are 763 households in Punadi Tarf Walava.
What is the literacy rate in Punadi Tarf Walava?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Punadi Tarf Walava is 78.77%. Male literacy is 84.09% and female literacy is 73.21%.