Nerle - Walwa, Sangli
Nerle is a village situated in the Walwa tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Uran Islampur and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Nerle village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nerle is 568321. The village covers a total geographical area of 2049 hectares and falls under the 415406 pincode. Uran Islampur is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Nerle 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 Nerle
As per Census 2011, Nerle village has a total population of 11,366 people, consisting of 5,920 males and 5,446 females. The village has 2,276 households and a sex ratio of 919 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,085 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 8,888 literate and 2,478 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,232 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 12 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nerle are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 11,366 | 5,920 | 5,446 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,085 | 607 | 478 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,232 | 610 | 622 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 8,888 | 4,926 | 3,962 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,478 | 994 | 1,484 |
Nearby Villages of Nerle
Nerle 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kedargaon | West | 2.31 km |
| Yewalewadi | North | 2.99 km |
| Kapuskhed | South-East | 3.12 km |
| Kalamwadi | West | 3.70 km |
| Tambave | North | 3.93 km |
| Peth | South | 3.99 km |
| Mahadevwadi | South-West | 4.26 km |
| Dhotrewadi | North | 4.40 km |
| Hubalwadi | East | 4.44 km |
| Manikwadi | South-West | 4.79 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nerle
Nerle 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 37.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Uran Islampur to Nerle is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Nerle is about 47 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 Nerle
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nerle village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Nerle
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nerle village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Nerle
Where is Nerle located?
Nerle village is located in Walwa Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nerle?
Nerle is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nerle?
The pincode of Nerle is 415406.
What is the population of Nerle?
Nerle has a total population of 11,366, including 5,920 males and 5,446 females.
How many households are there in Nerle?
There are 2,276 households in Nerle.
What is the literacy rate in Nerle?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nerle is 78.20%. Male literacy is 83.21% and female literacy is 72.75%.