Thanapude - Walwa, Sangli
Thanapude is a village situated in the Walwa tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Uran Islampur and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Thanapude village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thanapude is 568368. The village covers a total geographical area of 416 hectares and falls under the 415412 pincode. Uran Islampur is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Thanapude 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 Thanapude
According to the 2011 Census, Thanapude village had a total population of 1,876 people, including 953 males and 923 females, living in 391 households. The sex ratio was 969 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.16%, with male literacy at 90.15% and female literacy at 74.17%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 197.
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 | 1,876 | 953 | 923 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 189 | 110 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 197 | 97 | 100 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,386 | 760 | 626 |
| Illiterate Population | 490 | 193 | 297 |
Nearby Villages of Thanapude
Thanapude 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dongarwadi | North-East | 1.90 km |
| Devwadi | West | 1.97 km |
| Ladewadi | North-West | 2.37 km |
| Kakhe | South-West | 2.95 km |
| Chikurde | East | 3.05 km |
| Kodoli | South | 3.74 km |
| Devarde | East | 4.15 km |
| Chikhalwadi | North | 4.25 km |
| Fakirwadi | North-West | 4.34 km |
| Mangle | West | 4.35 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Thanapude
Thanapude is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is C Shahu M Raj Kolhapur Term, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 23.0 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 Thanapude is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Thanapude is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thanapude
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thanapude 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Thanapude
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thanapude 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Thanapude
Where is Thanapude located?
Thanapude village is located in Walwa Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Thanapude?
Thanapude is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Thanapude?
The pincode of Thanapude is 415412.
What is the population of Thanapude?
Thanapude had a total population of 1,876, including 953 males and 923 females.
How many households are there in Thanapude?
Thanapude had 391 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thanapude?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thanapude was 82.16%. Male literacy was 90.15% and female literacy was 74.17%.