Red - Shirala, Sangli
Red is a village situated in the Shirala tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shirala and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Red village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Red is 568292. The village covers a total geographical area of 811 hectares and falls under the 415407 pincode. Shirala is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Red 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 Red
As per Census 2011, Red village has a total population of 1,634 people, consisting of 864 males and 770 females. The village has 351 households and a sex ratio of 891 females per 1,000 males. There are 178 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,132 literate and 502 illiterate residents. Additionally, 235 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Red are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,634 | 864 | 770 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 178 | 100 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 235 | 123 | 112 |
| Literate Population | 1,132 | 676 | 456 |
| Illiterate Population | 502 | 188 | 314 |
Nearby Villages of Red
Red 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Beldarwadi | North | 2.12 km |
| Khed | West | 2.39 km |
| Kapari | South | 2.99 km |
| Bhatwadi | North-West | 3.31 km |
| Karve | South-East | 3.86 km |
| Shivani | West | 4.03 km |
| Shirala | South-West | 4.64 km |
| Ozarde | North-East | 4.67 km |
| Jambhalewadi | South | 4.78 km |
| Rethare Dharan | East | 4.86 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Red
Red is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bhavani Nagar, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 31.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shirala to Red is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Red is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Red
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Red 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 Red
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Red 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Red
Where is Red located?
Red village is located in Shirala Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Red?
Red is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Red?
The pincode of Red is 415407.
What is the population of Red?
Red has a total population of 1,634, including 864 males and 770 females.
How many households are there in Red?
There are 351 households in Red.
What is the literacy rate in Red?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Red is 69.28%. Male literacy is 78.24% and female literacy is 59.22%.