Pavalewadi - Shirala, Sangli
Pavalewadi is a village situated in the Shirala tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shirala and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Pavlewadi serves as the Village Panchayat for Pavalewadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pavalewadi is 568263. The village covers a total geographical area of 405.11 hectares and falls under the 415408 pincode. Uran Islampur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Pavalewadi 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 Pavalewadi
According to the 2011 Census, Pavalewadi village had a total population of 812 people, including 388 males and 424 females, living in 197 households. The sex ratio was 1,093 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.90%, with male literacy at 89.76% and female literacy at 67.62%.
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 | 812 | 388 | 424 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 97 | 56 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 557 | 298 | 259 |
| Illiterate Population | 255 | 90 | 165 |
Nearby Villages of Pavalewadi
Pavalewadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Aswalewadi | West | 1.75 km |
| Rile | North-West | 2.38 km |
| Wadibhagai | South | 2.55 km |
| Biur | East | 2.86 km |
| Upavale | North-East | 3.14 km |
| Tadavale | North | 3.25 km |
| Phufire | West | 3.94 km |
| Punavat | South-West | 3.96 km |
| Natoli | South | 4.16 km |
| Kandur | South-West | 4.25 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pavalewadi
Pavalewadi 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 32.2 km.
| 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 Pavalewadi is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Pavalewadi 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 Pavalewadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pavalewadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Pavalewadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pavalewadi 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Pavalewadi
Where is Pavalewadi located?
Pavalewadi village is located in Shirala Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Pavalewadi?
The Village Panchayat of Pavalewadi is Pavlewadi.
What is the pincode of Pavalewadi?
The pincode of Pavalewadi is 415408.
What is the population of Pavalewadi?
Pavalewadi had a total population of 812, including 388 males and 424 females.
How many households are there in Pavalewadi?
Pavalewadi had 197 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pavalewadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pavalewadi was 77.90%. Male literacy was 89.76% and female literacy was 67.62%.