Upavale - Shirala, Sangli
Upavale 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. Upalave serves as the Gram Panchayat for Upavale village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Upavale is 568288. The village covers a total geographical area of 389 hectares and falls under the 415415 pincode. Uran Islampur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Upavale 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 Upavale
According to the 2011 Census, Upavale village had a total population of 1,086 people, including 570 males and 516 females, living in 233 households. The sex ratio was 905 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.72%, with male literacy at 87.45% and female literacy at 73.19%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 205.
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 | 1,086 | 570 | 516 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 44 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 205 | 108 | 97 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 804 | 460 | 344 |
| Illiterate Population | 282 | 110 | 172 |
Nearby Villages of Upavale
Upavale 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Biur | South | 1.76 km |
| Tadavale | North-West | 2.47 km |
| Padali | North-East | 2.97 km |
| Pavalewadi | South-West | 3.14 km |
| Shirala | East | 3.32 km |
| Bhatshirgaon | South-East | 3.67 km |
| Shivani | North-East | 3.84 km |
| Rile | West | 4.39 km |
| Padalewadi | North | 4.52 km |
| Aswalewadi | West | 4.83 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Upavale
Upavale 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 31.9 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 Upavale is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Upavale 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 Upavale
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Upavale village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Upavale
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Upavale village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Upavale
Where is Upavale located?
Upavale village is located in Shirala Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Upavale?
The Gram Panchayat of Upavale is Upalave.
What is the pincode of Upavale?
The pincode of Upavale is 415415.
What is the population of Upavale?
Upavale had a total population of 1,086, including 570 males and 516 females.
How many households are there in Upavale?
Upavale had 233 households.
What is the literacy rate in Upavale?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Upavale was 80.72%. Male literacy was 87.45% and female literacy was 73.19%.