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
As per Census 2011, Ladewadi village has a total population of 1,271 people, consisting of 647 males and 624 females. The village has 290 households and a sex ratio of 964 females per 1,000 males. There are 112 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 890 literate and 381 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ladewadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,271 | 647 | 624 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 112 | 61 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| 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 has a total population of 1,271, including 647 males and 624 females.
How many households are there in Ladewadi?
There are 290 households in Ladewadi.
What is the literacy rate in Ladewadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ladewadi is 70.02%. Male literacy is 81.30% and female literacy is 58.33%.