Kalamwadi - Walwa, Sangli
Kalamwadi is a village situated in the Walwa tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Uran Islampur and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Kalamwadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalamwadi is 568319. The village covers a total geographical area of 836 hectares and falls under the 415406 pincode. Uran Islampur is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Kalamwadi 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 Kalamwadi
As per Census 2011, Kalamwadi village has a total population of 4,114 people, consisting of 2,101 males and 2,013 females. The village has 867 households and a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males. There are 443 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,042 literate and 1,072 illiterate residents. Additionally, 242 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kalamwadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,114 | 2,101 | 2,013 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 443 | 238 | 205 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 242 | 114 | 128 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 1 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 3,042 | 1,692 | 1,350 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,072 | 409 | 663 |
Nearby Villages of Kalamwadi
Kalamwadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kedargaon | East | 1.56 km |
| Shene | North-West | 2.05 km |
| Bhatwadi | South-West | 2.82 km |
| Manikwadi | South | 3.42 km |
| Nerle | East | 3.70 km |
| Kasegaon | North | 3.78 km |
| Yewalewadi | North-East | 3.80 km |
| Mahadevwadi | South | 4.45 km |
| Dhotrewadi | North-East | 4.66 km |
| Wategaon | West | 4.82 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kalamwadi
Public transport in the Kalamwadi 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 38.0 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 Uran Islampur to Kalamwadi is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Kalamwadi is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kalamwadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalamwadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kalamwadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kalamwadi 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kalamwadi
Where is Kalamwadi located?
Kalamwadi village is located in Walwa Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kalamwadi?
Kalamwadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kalamwadi?
The pincode of Kalamwadi is 415406.
What is the population of Kalamwadi?
Kalamwadi has a total population of 4,114, including 2,101 males and 2,013 females.
How many households are there in Kalamwadi?
There are 867 households in Kalamwadi.
What is the literacy rate in Kalamwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalamwadi is 73.94%. Male literacy is 80.53% and female literacy is 67.06%.