Kurlap - Walwa, Sangli
Kurlap is a village situated in the Walwa tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Uran Islampur and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Kurlap village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kurlap is 568372. The village covers a total geographical area of 738.81 hectares and falls under the 415411 pincode. Uran Islampur is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Kurlap 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 Kurlap
As per Census 2011, Kurlap village has a total population of 7,188 people, consisting of 3,777 males and 3,411 females. The village has 1,396 households and a sex ratio of 903 females per 1,000 males. There are 722 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,394 literate and 1,794 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,282 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kurlap are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,188 | 3,777 | 3,411 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 722 | 424 | 298 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,282 | 658 | 624 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 5,394 | 3,050 | 2,344 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,794 | 727 | 1,067 |
Nearby Villages of Kurlap
Kurlap 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Karanjvade | West | 2.87 km |
| Aitavade Kh | South | 2.90 km |
| Kundalwadi | South-East | 3.05 km |
| Yelur | East | 3.20 km |
| Devarde | South-West | 3.43 km |
| Ladegaon | North | 3.51 km |
| Vashi | North | 3.58 km |
| Aitavade Bk | North-West | 4.06 km |
| Itakare | North-East | 4.31 km |
| Chikurde | South-West | 4.59 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kurlap
Kurlap is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kirloskarvadi, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 23.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Kurlap is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Kurlap is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kurlap
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kurlap 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 Kurlap
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kurlap 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 Kurlap
Where is Kurlap located?
Kurlap village is located in Walwa Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kurlap?
Kurlap is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kurlap?
The pincode of Kurlap is 415411.
What is the population of Kurlap?
Kurlap has a total population of 7,188, including 3,777 males and 3,411 females.
How many households are there in Kurlap?
There are 1,396 households in Kurlap.
What is the literacy rate in Kurlap?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kurlap is 75.04%. Male literacy is 80.75% and female literacy is 68.72%.