Ladegaon - Walwa, Sangli
Ladegaon 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 39 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Ladegaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ladegaon is 568364. The village covers a total geographical area of 328 hectares and falls under the 415401 pincode. Uran Islampur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Ladegaon 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 Ladegaon
As per Census 2011, Ladegaon village has a total population of 2,107 people, consisting of 1,090 males and 1,017 females. The village has 448 households and a sex ratio of 933 females per 1,000 males. There are 160 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,641 literate and 466 illiterate residents. Additionally, 384 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ladegaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,107 | 1,090 | 1,017 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 160 | 100 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 384 | 179 | 205 |
| Literate Population | 1,641 | 914 | 727 |
| Illiterate Population | 466 | 176 | 290 |
Nearby Villages of Ladegaon
Ladegaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Vashi | East | 1.26 km |
| Aitavade Bk | West | 2.10 km |
| Jakraiwadi | North | 2.28 km |
| Dhagewadi | North-West | 3.05 km |
| Kurlap | South | 3.51 km |
| Itakare | East | 3.52 km |
| Karanjvade | South-West | 3.91 km |
| Shivpuri | North | 4.16 km |
| Shekharwadi | West | 4.50 km |
| Yelur | South-East | 4.99 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ladegaon
Ladegaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhavani Nagar, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 26.2 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 Ladegaon is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Ladegaon is about 39 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 Ladegaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ladegaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ladegaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ladegaon 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ladegaon
Where is Ladegaon located?
Ladegaon village is located in Walwa Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ladegaon?
Ladegaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ladegaon?
The pincode of Ladegaon is 415401.
What is the population of Ladegaon?
Ladegaon has a total population of 2,107, including 1,090 males and 1,017 females.
How many households are there in Ladegaon?
There are 448 households in Ladegaon.
What is the literacy rate in Ladegaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ladegaon is 77.88%. Male literacy is 83.85% and female literacy is 71.48%.