Padali - Shirala, Sangli
Padali 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 65 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Padali village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padali is 568287. The village covers a total geographical area of 718.75 hectares and falls under the 415408 pincode. Uran Islampur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Padali 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 Padali
According to the 2011 Census, Padali village had a total population of 1,835 people, including 920 males and 915 females, living in 383 households. The sex ratio was 995 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.82%, with male literacy at 90.07% and female literacy at 71.84%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 137.
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 | 1,835 | 920 | 915 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 198 | 114 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 137 | 63 | 74 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,323 | 726 | 597 |
| Illiterate Population | 512 | 194 | 318 |
Nearby Villages of Padali
Padali 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shivani | East | 1.91 km |
| Padalewadi | North-West | 2.01 km |
| Upavale | South-West | 2.97 km |
| Aundhi | North-East | 3.13 km |
| Tadavale | West | 3.31 km |
| Khed | East | 3.50 km |
| Shirala | South-East | 3.58 km |
| Bhatwadi | North-East | 3.99 km |
| Antri Bk | North-West | 4.29 km |
| Nigadi | North | 4.47 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Padali
Padali 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 33.2 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 Padali is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Padali 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 Padali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Padali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Padali
Where is Padali located?
Padali village is located in Shirala Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padali?
Padali is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Padali?
The pincode of Padali is 415408.
What is the population of Padali?
Padali had a total population of 1,835, including 920 males and 915 females.
How many households are there in Padali?
Padali had 383 households.
What is the literacy rate in Padali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padali was 80.82%. Male literacy was 90.07% and female literacy was 71.84%.