Rethare Dharan - Walwa, Sangli
Rethare Dharan is a village situated in the Walwa tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Uran Islampur and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Rethare Dharaan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rethare Dharan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rethare Dharan is 568353. The village covers a total geographical area of 2027 hectares and falls under the 415407 pincode. Uran Islampur is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Rethare Dharan 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 Rethare Dharan
According to the 2011 Census, Rethare Dharan village had a total population of 6,213 people, including 3,216 males and 2,997 females, living in 1,241 households. The sex ratio was 932 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.08%, with male literacy at 91.56% and female literacy at 80.26%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,123, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 8.
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 | 6,213 | 3,216 | 2,997 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 674 | 362 | 312 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,123 | 570 | 553 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 4,768 | 2,613 | 2,155 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,445 | 603 | 842 |
Nearby Villages of Rethare Dharan
Rethare Dharan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Maralnathpur | South | 1.48 km |
| Ozarde | North-West | 2.54 km |
| Naykalwadi | North | 3.26 km |
| Dhagewadi | South | 3.78 km |
| Shivpuri | South-East | 4.07 km |
| Waghwadi | East | 4.37 km |
| Jambhulwadi | North-East | 4.38 km |
| Jakraiwadi | South-East | 4.51 km |
| Mahadevwadi | North | 4.75 km |
| Karve | South-West | 4.83 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Rethare Dharan
Rethare Dharan 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 31.2 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 Rethare Dharan is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Rethare Dharan is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rethare Dharan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rethare Dharan 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 Rethare Dharan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rethare Dharan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Rethare Dharan
Where is Rethare Dharan located?
Rethare Dharan village is located in Walwa Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rethare Dharan?
The Gram Panchayat of Rethare Dharan is Rethare Dharaan.
What is the pincode of Rethare Dharan?
The pincode of Rethare Dharan is 415407.
What is the population of Rethare Dharan?
Rethare Dharan had a total population of 6,213, including 3,216 males and 2,997 females.
How many households are there in Rethare Dharan?
Rethare Dharan had 1,241 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rethare Dharan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rethare Dharan was 86.08%. Male literacy was 91.56% and female literacy was 80.26%.