Ladewadi - Shirala, Sangli
Ladewadi 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 65 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Ladewadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ladewadi is 568309. The village covers a total geographical area of 562.79 hectares and falls under the 415412 pincode. Uran Islampur is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Ladewadi 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 Ladewadi
According to the 2011 Census, Ladewadi village had a total population of 1,271 people, including 647 males and 624 females, living in 290 households. The sex ratio was 964 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.79%, with male literacy at 89.76% and female literacy at 63.53%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3.
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 | 1,271 | 647 | 624 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 112 | 61 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 890 | 526 | 364 |
| Illiterate Population | 381 | 121 | 260 |
Nearby Villages of Ladewadi
Ladewadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Fakirwadi | North-West | 2.01 km |
| Thanapude | South-East | 2.37 km |
| Chikhalwadi | North | 2.38 km |
| Devwadi | South | 2.61 km |
| Dongarwadi | East | 2.70 km |
| Mangle | West | 3.02 km |
| Ingrul | North-West | 3.50 km |
| Jambhalewadi | North | 3.85 km |
| Shekharwadi | North-East | 4.09 km |
| Kakhe | South | 4.47 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ladewadi
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Ladewadi. 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 24.8 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 Ladewadi is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Ladewadi is about 65 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 Ladewadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ladewadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ladewadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ladewadi 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Ladewadi
Where is Ladewadi located?
Ladewadi village is located in Shirala Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ladewadi?
Ladewadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ladewadi?
The pincode of Ladewadi is 415412.
What is the population of Ladewadi?
Ladewadi had a total population of 1,271, including 647 males and 624 females.
How many households are there in Ladewadi?
Ladewadi had 290 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ladewadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ladewadi was 76.79%. Male literacy was 89.76% and female literacy was 63.53%.