Malewadi - Walwa, Sangli
Malewadi is a village situated in the Walwa tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Uran Islampur and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Malewadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malewadi is 568376. The village covers a total geographical area of 725 hectares and falls under the 415411 pincode. Uran Islampur is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Malewadi 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 Malewadi
As per Census 2011, Malewadi village has a total population of 2,614 people, consisting of 1,381 males and 1,233 females. The village has 519 households and a sex ratio of 892 females per 1,000 males. There are 273 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,042 literate and 572 illiterate residents. Additionally, 362 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Malewadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,614 | 1,381 | 1,233 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 273 | 152 | 121 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 362 | 191 | 171 |
| Literate Population | 2,042 | 1,120 | 922 |
| Illiterate Population | 572 | 261 | 311 |
Nearby Villages of Malewadi
Malewadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tandulwadi | South-West | 2.44 km |
| Bhadkambe | South-East | 3.36 km |
| Bahadurwadi | South | 3.65 km |
| Yelur | West | 3.66 km |
| Yede Nipani | North | 3.94 km |
| Kanegaon | South | 3.99 km |
| Gotkhindi | North-East | 4.59 km |
| Kundalwadi | South-West | 5.17 km |
| Pokharni | East | 5.23 km |
| Itakare | North-West | 5.27 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Malewadi
Malewadi 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 23.8 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 Malewadi is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Malewadi is about 40 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 Malewadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malewadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Malewadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malewadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Malewadi
Where is Malewadi located?
Malewadi village is located in Walwa Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malewadi?
Malewadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Malewadi?
The pincode of Malewadi is 415411.
What is the population of Malewadi?
Malewadi has a total population of 2,614, including 1,381 males and 1,233 females.
How many households are there in Malewadi?
There are 519 households in Malewadi.
What is the literacy rate in Malewadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malewadi is 78.12%. Male literacy is 81.10% and female literacy is 74.78%.