Naykalwadi - Walwa, Sangli
Naykalwadi is a village situated in the Walwa tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Uran Islampur and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Naykalwadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Naykalwadi is 568349. The village covers a total geographical area of 179 hectares and falls under the 415407 pincode. Uran Islampur is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Naykalwadi 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 Naykalwadi
According to the 2011 Census, Naykalwadi village had a total population of 659 people, including 340 males and 319 females, living in 134 households. The sex ratio was 938 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.15%, with male literacy at 93.89% and female literacy at 79.86%.
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 | 659 | 340 | 319 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 29 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 522 | 292 | 230 |
| Illiterate Population | 137 | 48 | 89 |
Nearby Villages of Naykalwadi
Naykalwadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mahadevwadi | North | 1.51 km |
| Peth | North-East | 2.70 km |
| Manikwadi | North-West | 2.73 km |
| Ozarde | South-West | 2.79 km |
| Jambhulwadi | East | 3.20 km |
| Rethare Dharan | South | 3.26 km |
| Waghwadi | South-East | 4.41 km |
| Maralnathpur | South | 4.54 km |
| Surul | West | 4.88 km |
| Bhatwadi | North-West | 5.38 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Naykalwadi
Naykalwadi 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 33.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Naykalwadi is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Naykalwadi is about 46 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 Naykalwadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Naykalwadi 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 Naykalwadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Naykalwadi 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Naykalwadi
Where is Naykalwadi located?
Naykalwadi village is located in Walwa Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Naykalwadi?
Naykalwadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Naykalwadi?
The pincode of Naykalwadi is 415407.
What is the population of Naykalwadi?
Naykalwadi had a total population of 659, including 340 males and 319 females.
How many households are there in Naykalwadi?
Naykalwadi had 134 households.
What is the literacy rate in Naykalwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Naykalwadi was 87.15%. Male literacy was 93.89% and female literacy was 79.86%.