Aswalewadi - Shirala, Sangli
Aswalewadi is a village situated in the Shirala tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shirala and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Aswalwadi serves as the Village Panchayat for Aswalewadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Aswalewadi is 568262. The village covers a total geographical area of 387.03 hectares and falls under the 415408 pincode. Uran Islampur is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Aswalewadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shirala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hatkanangle Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Aswalewadi
According to the 2011 Census, Aswalewadi village had a total population of 703 people, including 322 males and 381 females, living in 178 households. The sex ratio was 1,183 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.43%, with male literacy at 81.65% and female literacy at 66.76%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 18.
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 | 703 | 322 | 381 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 44 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 9 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 456 | 227 | 229 |
| Illiterate Population | 247 | 95 | 152 |
Nearby Villages of Aswalewadi
Aswalewadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pavalewadi | East | 1.75 km |
| Rile | North | 2.06 km |
| Phufire | West | 2.32 km |
| Punavat | South-West | 2.54 km |
| Wadibhagai | South-East | 2.79 km |
| Kandur | South | 3.46 km |
| Harugadewadi | West | 3.47 km |
| Bhedasgaon | West | 3.98 km |
| Mangrul | North-West | 4.04 km |
| Dholewadi | South | 4.29 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Aswalewadi
Aswalewadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Shenoli, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 32.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Uran Islampur to Aswalewadi is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Aswalewadi is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Aswalewadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Aswalewadi 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 km |
Health Facilities in Aswalewadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Aswalewadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Aswalewadi
Where is Aswalewadi located?
Aswalewadi village is located in Shirala Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Aswalewadi?
The Village Panchayat of Aswalewadi is Aswalwadi.
What is the pincode of Aswalewadi?
The pincode of Aswalewadi is 415408.
What is the population of Aswalewadi?
Aswalewadi had a total population of 703, including 322 males and 381 females.
How many households are there in Aswalewadi?
Aswalewadi had 178 households.
What is the literacy rate in Aswalewadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Aswalewadi was 73.43%. Male literacy was 81.65% and female literacy was 66.76%.