Morewadi - Shirala, Sangli
Morewadi is a village situated in the Shirala tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shirala and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Morewadi village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Morewadi is 568248. The village covers a total geographical area of 86 hectares and falls under the 415405 pincode. Karad is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Morewadi 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 Morewadi
According to the 2011 Census, Morewadi village had a total population of 531 people, including 239 males and 292 females, living in 141 households. The sex ratio was 1,222 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.05%, with male literacy at 88.84% and female literacy at 60.52%.
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 | 531 | 239 | 292 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 24 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 355 | 191 | 164 |
| Illiterate Population | 176 | 48 | 128 |
Nearby Villages of Morewadi
Morewadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chincholi | South | 1.02 km |
| Khujgaon | North | 1.16 km |
| Gondoli | West | 1.38 km |
| Dhaswadi | South-East | 2.20 km |
| Malewadi | West | 2.52 km |
| Khirawade | North-East | 2.52 km |
| Kusaiwadi | East | 2.96 km |
| Malewadi | South | 3.00 km |
| Kokarud | South | 3.03 km |
| Nathavade | North | 3.16 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Morewadi
Morewadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Shenoli, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karad to Morewadi is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Morewadi is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Morewadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Morewadi 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 Morewadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Morewadi 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 Morewadi
Where is Morewadi located?
Morewadi village is located in Shirala Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Morewadi?
Morewadi is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Morewadi?
The pincode of Morewadi is 415405.
What is the population of Morewadi?
Morewadi had a total population of 531, including 239 males and 292 females.
How many households are there in Morewadi?
Morewadi had 141 households.
What is the literacy rate in Morewadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morewadi was 73.05%. Male literacy was 88.84% and female literacy was 60.52%.