Falakewadi (Chandawadi) - Walwa, Sangli
Falakewadi (Chandawadi) is a village situated in the Walwa tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Uran Islampur and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Phalkewadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Falakewadi (Chandawadi) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Falakewadi (Chandawadi) is 568402. The village covers a total geographical area of 343 hectares and falls under the 416301 pincode. Ashta is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Falakewadi (Chandawadi) 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 Falakewadi (Chandawadi)
As per Census 2011, Falakewadi (Chandawadi) village has a total population of 1,598 people, consisting of 807 males and 791 females. The village has 330 households and a sex ratio of 980 females per 1,000 males. There are 185 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,233 literate and 365 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Falakewadi (Chandawadi) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,598 | 807 | 791 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 185 | 97 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 7 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,233 | 661 | 572 |
| Illiterate Population | 365 | 146 | 219 |
Nearby Villages of Falakewadi (Chandawadi)
Falakewadi (Chandawadi) is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Falakewadi (Chandawadi)
Falakewadi (Chandawadi) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Falakewadi (Chandawadi) is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Falakewadi (Chandawadi) is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Falakewadi (Chandawadi)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Falakewadi (Chandawadi) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Falakewadi (Chandawadi)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Falakewadi (Chandawadi) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Falakewadi (Chandawadi)
Where is Falakewadi (Chandawadi) located?
Falakewadi (Chandawadi) village is located in Walwa Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Falakewadi (Chandawadi)?
The Gram Panchayat of Falakewadi (Chandawadi) is Phalkewadi.
What is the pincode of Falakewadi (Chandawadi)?
The pincode of Falakewadi (Chandawadi) is 416301.
What is the population of Falakewadi (Chandawadi)?
Falakewadi (Chandawadi) has a total population of 1,598, including 807 males and 791 females.
How many households are there in Falakewadi (Chandawadi)?
There are 330 households in Falakewadi (Chandawadi).
What is the literacy rate in Falakewadi (Chandawadi)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Falakewadi (Chandawadi) is 77.16%. Male literacy is 81.91% and female literacy is 72.31%.