Tandulwadi - Walwa, Sangli
Tandulwadi 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 40 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Tandulwadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tandulwadi is 568380. The village covers a total geographical area of 514 hectares and falls under the 415411 pincode. Uran Islampur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Tandulwadi 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 Tandulwadi
As per Census 2011, Tandulwadi village has a total population of 3,493 people, consisting of 1,796 males and 1,697 females. The village has 721 households and a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males. There are 348 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,723 literate and 770 illiterate residents. Additionally, 532 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 76 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tandulwadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,493 | 1,796 | 1,697 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 348 | 200 | 148 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 532 | 271 | 261 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 76 | 36 | 40 |
| Literate Population | 2,723 | 1,475 | 1,248 |
| Illiterate Population | 770 | 321 | 449 |
Nearby Villages of Tandulwadi
Tandulwadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kanegaon | South | 1.92 km |
| Malewadi | North-East | 2.44 km |
| Bahadurwadi | South-East | 2.58 km |
| Yelur | North-West | 3.12 km |
| Kundalwadi | West | 3.17 km |
| Ghunaki | South | 3.81 km |
| Bhadkambe | East | 4.25 km |
| Chavare | South-West | 4.45 km |
| Koregaon | South-East | 5.29 km |
| Kini | South | 5.53 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tandulwadi
Tandulwadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kirloskarvadi, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 22.2 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 Uran Islampur to Tandulwadi is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Tandulwadi is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tandulwadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tandulwadi 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 Tandulwadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tandulwadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tandulwadi
Where is Tandulwadi located?
Tandulwadi village is located in Walwa Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tandulwadi?
Tandulwadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tandulwadi?
The pincode of Tandulwadi is 415411.
What is the population of Tandulwadi?
Tandulwadi has a total population of 3,493, including 1,796 males and 1,697 females.
How many households are there in Tandulwadi?
There are 721 households in Tandulwadi.
What is the literacy rate in Tandulwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tandulwadi is 77.96%. Male literacy is 82.13% and female literacy is 73.54%.