Arwade - Tasgaon, Sangli
Arwade is a village situated in the Tasgaon tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tasgaon and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Aarawade serves as the Gram Panchayat for Arwade village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Arwade is 568680. The village covers a total geographical area of 1425 hectares and falls under the 416312 pincode. Tasgaon is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Arwade village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khanapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sangli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Arwade
As per Census 2011, Arwade village has a total population of 4,099 people, consisting of 2,063 males and 2,036 females. The village has 871 households and a sex ratio of 986 females per 1,000 males. There are 382 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,195 literate and 904 illiterate residents. Additionally, 234 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Arwade are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,099 | 2,063 | 2,036 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 382 | 213 | 169 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 234 | 114 | 120 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 3,195 | 1,712 | 1,483 |
| Illiterate Population | 904 | 351 | 553 |
Nearby Villages of Arwade
Arwade 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dorli | South-East | 2.07 km |
| Lodhe | South | 2.63 km |
| Gotewadi | West | 3.11 km |
| Balgavade | East | 3.32 km |
| Punadi (tasgaon) | South-West | 3.94 km |
| Kaulage | South-East | 3.95 km |
| Bhairvawadi | South-West | 4.84 km |
| Hatnoor | North-West | 5.06 km |
| Manjarde | North-East | 5.20 km |
| Khujagaon | East | 5.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Arwade
Arwade is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhilavdi, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.1 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 Tasgaon to Arwade is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Arwade is about 33 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Arwade
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Arwade 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Arwade
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Arwade village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Arwade
Where is Arwade located?
Arwade village is located in Tasgaon Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Arwade?
The Gram Panchayat of Arwade is Aarawade.
What is the pincode of Arwade?
The pincode of Arwade is 416312.
What is the population of Arwade?
Arwade has a total population of 4,099, including 2,063 males and 2,036 females.
How many households are there in Arwade?
There are 871 households in Arwade.
What is the literacy rate in Arwade?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Arwade is 77.95%. Male literacy is 82.99% and female literacy is 72.84%.