Maralnathpur - Walwa, Sangli
Maralnathpur is a village situated in the Walwa tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Uran Islampur and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Maralnathpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Maralnathpur is 568359. The village covers a total geographical area of 450 hectares and falls under the 415407 pincode. Uran Islampur is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Maralnathpur 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 Maralnathpur
According to the 2011 Census, Maralnathpur village had a total population of 1,470 people, including 766 males and 704 females, living in 307 households. The sex ratio was 919 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.36%, with male literacy at 87.29% and female literacy at 73.05%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,470 | 766 | 704 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 182 | 105 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,035 | 577 | 458 |
| Illiterate Population | 435 | 189 | 246 |
Nearby Villages of Maralnathpur
Maralnathpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rethare Dharan | North | 1.48 km |
| Dhagewadi | South | 2.32 km |
| Jakraiwadi | South-East | 3.09 km |
| Shivpuri | East | 3.13 km |
| Karve | South-West | 3.89 km |
| Ozarde | North-West | 3.97 km |
| Waghwadi | North-East | 4.23 km |
| Naykalwadi | North | 4.54 km |
| Jambhulwadi | North-East | 4.78 km |
| Red | West | 5.09 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Maralnathpur
Maralnathpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bhavani Nagar, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.1 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 Maralnathpur is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Maralnathpur is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Maralnathpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Maralnathpur 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Maralnathpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Maralnathpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Maralnathpur
Where is Maralnathpur located?
Maralnathpur village is located in Walwa Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Maralnathpur?
Maralnathpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Maralnathpur?
The pincode of Maralnathpur is 415407.
What is the population of Maralnathpur?
Maralnathpur had a total population of 1,470, including 766 males and 704 females.
How many households are there in Maralnathpur?
Maralnathpur had 307 households.
What is the literacy rate in Maralnathpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Maralnathpur was 80.36%. Male literacy was 87.29% and female literacy was 73.05%.