Mirajwadi - Walwa, Sangli
Mirajwadi is a village situated in the Walwa tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Uran Islampur and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Mirajwadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mirajwadi is 568404. The village covers a total geographical area of 441 hectares and falls under the 416301 pincode. Ashta is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Mirajwadi 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 Mirajwadi
As per Census 2011, Mirajwadi village has a total population of 2,320 people, consisting of 1,211 males and 1,109 females. The village has 507 households and a sex ratio of 915 females per 1,000 males. There are 248 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,728 literate and 592 illiterate residents. Additionally, 268 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mirajwadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,320 | 1,211 | 1,109 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 248 | 132 | 116 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 268 | 148 | 120 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,728 | 978 | 750 |
| Illiterate Population | 592 | 233 | 359 |
Nearby Villages of Mirajwadi
Mirajwadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Karandwadi | South-East | 0.69 km |
| Mardawadi | North | 2.74 km |
| Chopadewadi | North-East | 4.08 km |
| Tung | South-East | 4.77 km |
| Bhilavadi | North-East | 5.34 km |
| Sukhwadi | East | 5.39 km |
| Rozawadi | South-West | 5.85 km |
| Bramhanal | East | 6.82 km |
| Sheri Kavathe | South | 7.45 km |
| Kakachiwadi | South-West | 7.49 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mirajwadi
Mirajwadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Amnapur, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 27.8 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 Ashta to Mirajwadi is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Mirajwadi is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mirajwadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mirajwadi 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mirajwadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mirajwadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mirajwadi
Where is Mirajwadi located?
Mirajwadi village is located in Walwa Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mirajwadi?
Mirajwadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mirajwadi?
The pincode of Mirajwadi is 416301.
What is the population of Mirajwadi?
Mirajwadi has a total population of 2,320, including 1,211 males and 1,109 females.
How many households are there in Mirajwadi?
There are 507 households in Mirajwadi.
What is the literacy rate in Mirajwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mirajwadi is 74.48%. Male literacy is 80.76% and female literacy is 67.63%.