Kameri - Walwa, Sangli
Kameri is a village situated in the Walwa tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Uran Islampur and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Kameri village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kameri is 568357. The village covers a total geographical area of 2284 hectares and falls under the 415403 pincode. Uran Islampur is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Kameri 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 Kameri
As per Census 2011, Kameri village has a total population of 10,477 people, consisting of 5,399 males and 5,078 females. The village has 2,158 households and a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males. There are 948 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 8,632 literate and 1,845 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,216 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 11 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kameri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 10,477 | 5,399 | 5,078 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 948 | 531 | 417 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,216 | 596 | 620 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 8,632 | 4,644 | 3,988 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,845 | 755 | 1,090 |
Nearby Villages of Kameri
Kameri 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Vitthalwadi | North | 2.26 km |
| Waghwadi | North-West | 3.71 km |
| Shivpuri | West | 3.86 km |
| Yede Nipani | South-East | 3.95 km |
| Tujarpur | East | 4.09 km |
| Itakare | South | 4.19 km |
| Jambhulwadi | North-West | 5.09 km |
| Vashi | South-West | 5.27 km |
| Jakraiwadi | South-West | 5.36 km |
| Gatadwadi | East | 5.76 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kameri
Kameri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Takari, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 29.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Uran Islampur to Kameri is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Kameri is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kameri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kameri 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 Kameri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kameri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kameri
Where is Kameri located?
Kameri village is located in Walwa Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kameri?
Kameri is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kameri?
The pincode of Kameri is 415403.
What is the population of Kameri?
Kameri has a total population of 10,477, including 5,399 males and 5,078 females.
How many households are there in Kameri?
There are 2,158 households in Kameri.
What is the literacy rate in Kameri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kameri is 82.39%. Male literacy is 86.02% and female literacy is 78.53%.