Lavanmachi - Walwa, Sangli
Lavanmachi 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 45 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Lavanmachi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lavanmachi is 568323. The village covers a total geographical area of 767 hectares and falls under the 415302 pincode. Uran Islampur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Lavanmachi 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 Lavanmachi
As per Census 2011, Lavanmachi village has a total population of 1,193 people, consisting of 620 males and 573 females. The village has 239 households and a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males. There are 129 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 890 literate and 303 illiterate residents. Additionally, 37 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lavanmachi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,193 | 620 | 573 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 129 | 72 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 37 | 19 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 890 | 501 | 389 |
| Illiterate Population | 303 | 119 | 184 |
Nearby Villages of Lavanmachi
Lavanmachi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Yede Machchhindra | South | 1.65 km |
| Kille Machhindra Gad | West | 2.59 km |
| Bhavaninagar | East | 2.77 km |
| Padali | North-East | 2.85 km |
| Bichud | South-East | 3.14 km |
| Shenoli | North-West | 3.16 km |
| Beradmachi | West | 3.47 km |
| Narsihapur | South-West | 3.86 km |
| Shirate | South | 3.99 km |
| Julewadi | West | 4.45 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lavanmachi
Lavanmachi 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 43.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Uran Islampur to Lavanmachi is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Lavanmachi is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lavanmachi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lavanmachi 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Lavanmachi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lavanmachi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Lavanmachi
Where is Lavanmachi located?
Lavanmachi village is located in Walwa Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lavanmachi?
Lavanmachi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lavanmachi?
The pincode of Lavanmachi is 415302.
What is the population of Lavanmachi?
Lavanmachi has a total population of 1,193, including 620 males and 573 females.
How many households are there in Lavanmachi?
There are 239 households in Lavanmachi.
What is the literacy rate in Lavanmachi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lavanmachi is 74.60%. Male literacy is 80.81% and female literacy is 67.89%.