Krishnanagar - Walwa, Sangli
Krishnanagar is a village situated in the Walwa tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 31 km from the tehsil headquarters in Uran Islampur and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Karandwadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Krishnanagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Krishnanagar is 568407. The village covers a total geographical area of 360.86 hectares and falls under the 416301 pincode. Uran Islampur is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Krishnanagar 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 Krishnanagar
As per Census 2011, Krishnanagar village has a total population of 1,727 people, consisting of 896 males and 831 females. The village has 368 households and a sex ratio of 927 females per 1,000 males. There are 147 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,294 literate and 433 illiterate residents. Additionally, 198 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 68 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Krishnanagar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,727 | 896 | 831 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 147 | 89 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 198 | 99 | 99 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 68 | 32 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 1,294 | 714 | 580 |
| Illiterate Population | 433 | 182 | 251 |
Nearby Villages of Krishnanagar
Krishnanagar 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 Krishnanagar
Public transport in the Krishnanagar is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Krishnanagar is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Krishnanagar is about 26 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Krishnanagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Krishnanagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Krishnanagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Krishnanagar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Krishnanagar
Where is Krishnanagar located?
Krishnanagar village is located in Walwa Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Krishnanagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Krishnanagar is Karandwadi.
What is the pincode of Krishnanagar?
The pincode of Krishnanagar is 416301.
What is the population of Krishnanagar?
Krishnanagar has a total population of 1,727, including 896 males and 831 females.
How many households are there in Krishnanagar?
There are 368 households in Krishnanagar.
What is the literacy rate in Krishnanagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Krishnanagar is 74.93%. Male literacy is 79.69% and female literacy is 69.80%.