Dhavali - Walwa, Sangli
Dhavali is a village situated in the Walwa tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Uran Islampur and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Dhavali village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhavali is 568395. The village covers a total geographical area of 411.65 hectares and falls under the 416302 pincode. Ashta is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Dhavali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Islampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hatkanangle Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhavali
According to the 2011 Census, Dhavali village had a total population of 2,258 people, including 1,176 males and 1,082 females, living in 477 households. The sex ratio was 920 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.15%, with male literacy at 94.50% and female literacy at 81.36%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 218, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3.
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 | 2,258 | 1,176 | 1,082 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 182 | 103 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 218 | 115 | 103 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,830 | 1,014 | 816 |
| Illiterate Population | 428 | 162 | 266 |
Nearby Villages of Dhavali
Dhavali 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pharnewadi(shigaon) | South | 1.31 km |
| Nagaon | North | 1.77 km |
| Kakachiwadi | North-East | 2.53 km |
| Koregaon | South-West | 2.90 km |
| Bhadkambe | North-West | 3.23 km |
| Shigaon | South | 3.38 km |
| Bagani | South-East | 3.56 km |
| Pokharni | North | 3.77 km |
| Rozawadi | North-East | 4.30 km |
| Bahadurwadi | West | 4.50 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dhavali
Dhavali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Hatkanagale, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 21.4 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 Ashta to Dhavali is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Dhavali is about 27 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 Dhavali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhavali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dhavali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhavali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dhavali
Where is Dhavali located?
Dhavali village is located in Walwa Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Dhavali?
Dhavali is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dhavali?
The pincode of Dhavali is 416302.
What is the population of Dhavali?
Dhavali had a total population of 2,258, including 1,176 males and 1,082 females.
How many households are there in Dhavali?
Dhavali had 477 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhavali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhavali was 88.15%. Male literacy was 94.50% and female literacy was 81.36%.