Walwa - Walwa, Sangli
Walwa is a village situated in the Walwa tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Uran Islampur and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Walwa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Walwa is 568387. The village covers a total geographical area of 3681 hectares and falls under the 416313 pincode. Uran Islampur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Walwa 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 Walwa
As per Census 2011, Walwa village has a total population of 19,612 people, consisting of 10,187 males and 9,425 females. The village has 4,039 households and a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,930 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 14,685 literate and 4,927 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,317 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 87 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Walwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 19,612 | 10,187 | 9,425 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,930 | 1,086 | 844 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,317 | 639 | 678 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 87 | 47 | 40 |
| Literate Population | 14,685 | 8,075 | 6,610 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,927 | 2,112 | 2,815 |
Nearby Villages of Walwa
Walwa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ahirwadi | South | 3.05 km |
| June Khed | North | 3.18 km |
| Nave Khed | North | 3.21 km |
| Pundiwadi | North-East | 3.31 km |
| Shirgaon | East | 3.47 km |
| Padavalwadi | South-East | 4.43 km |
| Punadi Tarf Walava | North-East | 4.51 km |
| Nagarale | North-East | 5.09 km |
| Borgaon | North-West | 5.56 km |
| Nagthane | East | 5.63 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Walwa
Walwa 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 33.5 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 Walwa is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Walwa is about 35 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 Walwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Walwa 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 Walwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Walwa 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Walwa
Where is Walwa located?
Walwa village is located in Walwa Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Walwa?
Walwa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Walwa?
The pincode of Walwa is 416313.
What is the population of Walwa?
Walwa has a total population of 19,612, including 10,187 males and 9,425 females.
How many households are there in Walwa?
There are 4,039 households in Walwa.
What is the literacy rate in Walwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Walwa is 74.88%. Male literacy is 79.27% and female literacy is 70.13%.