Mangrul - Shirala, Sangli
Mangrul is a village situated in the Shirala tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shirala and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Mangrul village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mangrul is 568256. The village covers a total geographical area of 688 hectares and falls under the 415402 pincode. Uran Islampur is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Mangrul 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 Mangrul
As per Census 2011, Mangrul village has a total population of 2,222 people, consisting of 1,028 males and 1,194 females. The village has 537 households and a sex ratio of 1,161 females per 1,000 males. There are 243 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,618 literate and 604 illiterate residents. Additionally, 158 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mangrul are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,222 | 1,028 | 1,194 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 243 | 118 | 125 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 158 | 69 | 89 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 1,618 | 849 | 769 |
| Illiterate Population | 604 | 179 | 425 |
Nearby Villages of Mangrul
Mangrul 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shindewadi | North | 1.86 km |
| Bilashi | West | 1.91 km |
| Rile | South-East | 2.54 km |
| Phufire | South | 2.80 km |
| Dhaswadi | North-West | 3.17 km |
| Antri Kh | North-East | 3.33 km |
| Kusaiwadi | North-West | 3.35 km |
| Bhedasgaon | South-West | 3.43 km |
| Malewadi | West | 3.53 km |
| Wakurde Kh | North-East | 3.58 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mangrul
Mangrul 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 35.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Mangrul is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Mangrul is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mangrul
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mangrul 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mangrul
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mangrul village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mangrul
Where is Mangrul located?
Mangrul village is located in Shirala Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mangrul?
Mangrul is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mangrul?
The pincode of Mangrul is 415402.
What is the population of Mangrul?
Mangrul has a total population of 2,222, including 1,028 males and 1,194 females.
How many households are there in Mangrul?
There are 537 households in Mangrul.
What is the literacy rate in Mangrul?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mangrul is 72.82%. Male literacy is 82.59% and female literacy is 64.41%.