Fakirwadi - Shirala, Sangli
Fakirwadi is a village situated in the Shirala tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shirala and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Fakirwadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Fakirwadi is 568308. The village covers a total geographical area of 197 hectares and falls under the 415408 pincode. Uran Islampur is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Fakirwadi 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 Fakirwadi
According to the 2011 Census, Fakirwadi village had a total population of 403 people, including 198 males and 205 females, living in 89 households. The sex ratio was 1,035 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.10%, with male literacy at 91.38% and female literacy at 75.14%.
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 | 403 | 198 | 205 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 24 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 295 | 159 | 136 |
| Illiterate Population | 108 | 39 | 69 |
Nearby Villages of Fakirwadi
Fakirwadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ingrul | North | 1.68 km |
| Ladewadi | South-East | 2.01 km |
| Chikhalwadi | North-East | 2.42 km |
| Mangle | South-West | 2.63 km |
| Jambhalewadi | North-East | 3.25 km |
| Devwadi | South | 4.02 km |
| Thanapude | South-East | 4.34 km |
| Kapari | North | 4.39 km |
| Dongarwadi | East | 4.56 km |
| Kande | West | 4.59 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Fakirwadi
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Fakirwadi. The nearest railway station is C Shahu M Raj Kolhapur Term, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 26.2 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 Fakirwadi is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Fakirwadi is about 66 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 Fakirwadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Fakirwadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Fakirwadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Fakirwadi 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Fakirwadi
Where is Fakirwadi located?
Fakirwadi village is located in Shirala Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Fakirwadi?
Fakirwadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Fakirwadi?
The pincode of Fakirwadi is 415408.
What is the population of Fakirwadi?
Fakirwadi had a total population of 403, including 198 males and 205 females.
How many households are there in Fakirwadi?
Fakirwadi had 89 households.
What is the literacy rate in Fakirwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Fakirwadi was 83.10%. Male literacy was 91.38% and female literacy was 75.14%.