Kille Machhindra Gad - Walwa, Sangli
Kille Machhindra Gad is a village situated in the Walwa tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Uran Islampur and around 11 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. K.m.gad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kille Machhindra Gad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kille Machhindra Gad is 568322. The village covers a total geographical area of 717.7 hectares and falls under the 415302 pincode. Uran Islampur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Kille Machhindra Gad 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 Kille Machhindra Gad
As per Census 2011, Kille Machhindra Gad village has a total population of 5,825 people, consisting of 2,996 males and 2,829 females. The village has 1,148 households and a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males. There are 714 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,167 literate and 1,658 illiterate residents. Additionally, 688 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 22 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kille Machhindra Gad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,825 | 2,996 | 2,829 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 714 | 378 | 336 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 688 | 356 | 332 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 22 | 13 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 4,167 | 2,315 | 1,852 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,658 | 681 | 977 |
Nearby Villages of Kille Machhindra Gad
Kille Machhindra Gad 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Beradmachi | South-West | 1.29 km |
| Julewadi | West | 1.87 km |
| Gondi | North-West | 2.09 km |
| Lavanmachi | East | 2.59 km |
| Shenoli | North | 2.89 km |
| Khubi | South-West | 3.09 km |
| Yede Machchhindra | South-East | 3.11 km |
| Narsihapur | South | 3.51 km |
| Rethare Bk. | West | 4.28 km |
| Tambave | South | 4.70 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kille Machhindra Gad
Kille Machhindra Gad 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 43.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Uran Islampur to Kille Machhindra Gad is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Kille Machhindra Gad is about 11 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 Kille Machhindra Gad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kille Machhindra Gad 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 Kille Machhindra Gad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kille Machhindra Gad 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Kille Machhindra Gad
Where is Kille Machhindra Gad located?
Kille Machhindra Gad village is located in Walwa Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kille Machhindra Gad?
The Gram Panchayat of Kille Machhindra Gad is K.m.gad.
What is the pincode of Kille Machhindra Gad?
The pincode of Kille Machhindra Gad is 415302.
What is the population of Kille Machhindra Gad?
Kille Machhindra Gad has a total population of 5,825, including 2,996 males and 2,829 females.
How many households are there in Kille Machhindra Gad?
There are 1,148 households in Kille Machhindra Gad.
What is the literacy rate in Kille Machhindra Gad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kille Machhindra Gad is 71.54%. Male literacy is 77.27% and female literacy is 65.46%.