Sukhwadi - Palus, Sangli
Sukhwadi is a village situated in the Palus tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Palus and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Sukhwadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sukhwadi is 568439. The village covers a total geographical area of 258 hectares and falls under the 416415 pincode. Sangli Miraj Kupwad is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Sukhwadi 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 Sukhwadi
According to the 2011 Census, Sukhwadi village had a total population of 1,257 people, including 670 males and 587 females, living in 271 households. The sex ratio was 876 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.64%, with male literacy at 88.64% and female literacy at 78.31%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 10.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,257 | 670 | 587 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 132 | 89 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 941 | 515 | 426 |
| Illiterate Population | 316 | 155 | 161 |
Nearby Villages of Sukhwadi
Sukhwadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bramhanal | South-East | 1.82 km |
| Chopadewadi | North-West | 1.96 km |
| Khatav | East | 3.15 km |
| Tung | South | 3.59 km |
| Bhilavadi | North-West | 3.69 km |
| Malwadi | North | 4.77 km |
| Karandwadi | West | 4.84 km |
| Mirajwadi | West | 5.39 km |
| Mardawadi | West | 5.71 km |
| Nandre | East | 6.09 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sukhwadi
Public transport in the Sukhwadi is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhilavdi, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.3 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 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 Sukhwadi is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Sukhwadi is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sukhwadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sukhwadi 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 | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sukhwadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sukhwadi 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Sukhwadi
Where is Sukhwadi located?
Sukhwadi village is located in Palus Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sukhwadi?
Sukhwadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sukhwadi?
The pincode of Sukhwadi is 416415.
What is the population of Sukhwadi?
Sukhwadi had a total population of 1,257, including 670 males and 587 females.
How many households are there in Sukhwadi?
Sukhwadi had 271 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sukhwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sukhwadi was 83.64%. Male literacy was 88.64% and female literacy was 78.31%.