Mankarwadi - Shirala, Sangli
Mankarwadi is a village situated in the Shirala tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shirala and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Antri B serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mankarwadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mankarwadi is 568284. The village covers a total geographical area of 126.79 hectares and falls under the 415408 pincode. Uran Islampur is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Mankarwadi 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 Mankarwadi
According to the 2011 Census, Mankarwadi village had a total population of 437 people, including 208 males and 229 females, living in 105 households. The sex ratio was 1,101 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.46%, with male literacy at 89.73% and female literacy at 72.25%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 26.
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 | 437 | 208 | 229 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 23 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 26 | 10 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 317 | 166 | 151 |
| Illiterate Population | 120 | 42 | 78 |
Nearby Villages of Mankarwadi
Mankarwadi is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Mankarwadi
Mankarwadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Mankarwadi is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Mankarwadi is about 68 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 Mankarwadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mankarwadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mankarwadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mankarwadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mankarwadi
Where is Mankarwadi located?
Mankarwadi village is located in Shirala Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mankarwadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Mankarwadi is Antri B.
What is the pincode of Mankarwadi?
The pincode of Mankarwadi is 415408.
What is the population of Mankarwadi?
Mankarwadi had a total population of 437, including 208 males and 229 females.
How many households are there in Mankarwadi?
Mankarwadi had 105 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mankarwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mankarwadi was 80.46%. Male literacy was 89.73% and female literacy was 72.25%.