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
As per Census 2011, Padali village has a total population of 1,835 people, consisting of 920 males and 915 females. The village has 383 households and a sex ratio of 994 females per 1,000 males. There are 198 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,323 literate and 512 illiterate residents. Additionally, 137 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Padali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,835 | 920 | 915 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 198 | 114 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 137 | 63 | 74 |
| 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 has a total population of 1,835, including 920 males and 915 females.
How many households are there in Padali?
There are 383 households in Padali.
What is the literacy rate in Padali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padali is 72.10%. Male literacy is 78.91% and female literacy is 65.25%.