Sakharale - Walwa, Sangli
Sakharale is a village situated in the Walwa tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Uran Islampur and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Sakharale village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sakharale is 568337. The village covers a total geographical area of 1213 hectares and falls under the 415414 pincode. Uran Islampur is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Sakharale 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 Sakharale
As per Census 2011, Sakharale village has a total population of 9,144 people, consisting of 4,809 males and 4,335 females. The village has 1,949 households and a sex ratio of 901 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,034 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 6,596 literate and 2,548 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,431 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 47 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sakharale are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,144 | 4,809 | 4,335 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,034 | 580 | 454 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,431 | 748 | 683 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 47 | 24 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 6,596 | 3,719 | 2,877 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,548 | 1,090 | 1,458 |
Nearby Villages of Sakharale
Sakharale 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hubalwadi | North-West | 2.69 km |
| Bahe | North | 3.18 km |
| Farnewadi(borgaon) | East | 3.22 km |
| Kapuskhed | West | 3.44 km |
| Kharatwadi | North | 4.72 km |
| Borgaon | East | 4.92 km |
| Shirate | North | 5.35 km |
| Nerle | West | 5.75 km |
| Peth | South-West | 6.13 km |
| Narsihapur | North | 6.37 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sakharale
Sakharale 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 35.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Uran Islampur to Sakharale is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Sakharale is about 45 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 Sakharale
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sakharale village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sakharale
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sakharale 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sakharale
Where is Sakharale located?
Sakharale village is located in Walwa Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sakharale?
Sakharale is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sakharale?
The pincode of Sakharale is 415414.
What is the population of Sakharale?
Sakharale has a total population of 9,144, including 4,809 males and 4,335 females.
How many households are there in Sakharale?
There are 1,949 households in Sakharale.
What is the literacy rate in Sakharale?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sakharale is 72.13%. Male literacy is 77.33% and female literacy is 66.37%.