Kedargaon - Walwa, Sangli
Kedargaon is a village situated in the Walwa tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Uran Islampur and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Kedarwadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kedargaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kedargaon is 568320. The village covers a total geographical area of 117 hectares and falls under the 415406 pincode. Uran Islampur is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Kedargaon 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 Kedargaon
As per Census 2011, Kedargaon village has a total population of 1,257 people, consisting of 641 males and 616 females. The village has 255 households and a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males. There are 104 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 991 literate and 266 illiterate residents. Additionally, 10 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kedargaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,257 | 641 | 616 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 104 | 60 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 991 | 536 | 455 |
| Illiterate Population | 266 | 105 | 161 |
Nearby Villages of Kedargaon
Kedargaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kalamwadi | West | 1.56 km |
| Nerle | East | 2.31 km |
| Yewalewadi | North-East | 2.50 km |
| Shene | West | 3.33 km |
| Dhotrewadi | North | 3.65 km |
| Manikwadi | South-West | 4.11 km |
| Kasegaon | North-West | 4.17 km |
| Bhatwadi | South-West | 4.28 km |
| Mahadevwadi | South | 4.53 km |
| Tambave | North-East | 4.55 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kedargaon
Kedargaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Kedargaon is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Kedargaon is about 53 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 Kedargaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kedargaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kedargaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kedargaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kedargaon
Where is Kedargaon located?
Kedargaon village is located in Walwa Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kedargaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Kedargaon is Kedarwadi.
What is the pincode of Kedargaon?
The pincode of Kedargaon is 415406.
What is the population of Kedargaon?
Kedargaon has a total population of 1,257, including 641 males and 616 females.
How many households are there in Kedargaon?
There are 255 households in Kedargaon.
What is the literacy rate in Kedargaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kedargaon is 78.84%. Male literacy is 83.62% and female literacy is 73.86%.