Kundalwadi - Walwa, Sangli
Kundalwadi is a village situated in the Walwa tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Uran Islampur and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Kundalwadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kundalwadi is 568379. The village covers a total geographical area of 449.67 hectares and falls under the 415411 pincode. Uran Islampur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Kundalwadi 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 Kundalwadi
As per Census 2011, Kundalwadi village has a total population of 3,444 people, consisting of 1,795 males and 1,649 females. The village has 684 households and a sex ratio of 918 females per 1,000 males. There are 390 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,629 literate and 815 illiterate residents. Additionally, 319 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 14 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kundalwadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,444 | 1,795 | 1,649 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 390 | 231 | 159 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 319 | 160 | 159 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 5 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 2,629 | 1,461 | 1,168 |
| Illiterate Population | 815 | 334 | 481 |
Nearby Villages of Kundalwadi
Kundalwadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chavare | South | 2.54 km |
| Aitavade Kh | West | 2.75 km |
| Yelur | North | 2.77 km |
| Kurlap | North-West | 3.05 km |
| Tandulwadi | East | 3.17 km |
| Ghunaki | South-East | 3.65 km |
| Kanegaon | East | 3.83 km |
| Malewadi | North-East | 5.17 km |
| Devarde | West | 5.18 km |
| Bahadurwadi | East | 5.29 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kundalwadi
Kundalwadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Rukadi, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 21.8 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 Kundalwadi is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Kundalwadi is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kundalwadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kundalwadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kundalwadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kundalwadi 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Kundalwadi
Where is Kundalwadi located?
Kundalwadi village is located in Walwa Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kundalwadi?
Kundalwadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kundalwadi?
The pincode of Kundalwadi is 415411.
What is the population of Kundalwadi?
Kundalwadi has a total population of 3,444, including 1,795 males and 1,649 females.
How many households are there in Kundalwadi?
There are 684 households in Kundalwadi.
What is the literacy rate in Kundalwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kundalwadi is 76.34%. Male literacy is 81.39% and female literacy is 70.83%.