Yewalewadi - Walwa, Sangli
Yewalewadi is a village situated in the Walwa tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Uran Islampur and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Yewalewadi village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Yewalewadi is 568315. The village covers a total geographical area of 159.2 hectares and falls under the 415404 pincode. Uran Islampur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Yewalewadi 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 Yewalewadi
According to the 2011 Census, Yewalewadi village had a total population of 1,207 people, including 621 males and 586 females, living in 251 households. The sex ratio was 944 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.56%, with male literacy at 93.93% and female literacy at 74.62%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3.
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 | 1,207 | 621 | 586 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 119 | 61 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 920 | 526 | 394 |
| Illiterate Population | 287 | 95 | 192 |
Nearby Villages of Yewalewadi
Yewalewadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dhotrewadi | North | 1.42 km |
| Tambave | East | 2.27 km |
| Kedargaon | South-West | 2.50 km |
| Nerle | South | 2.99 km |
| Khubi | North-East | 3.32 km |
| Kalamwadi | South-West | 3.80 km |
| Kasegaon | West | 4.17 km |
| Narsihapur | North-East | 4.54 km |
| Rethare Bk. | North | 4.55 km |
| Shene | West | 4.83 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Yewalewadi
Yewalewadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Shenoli, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.4 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 Yewalewadi is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Yewalewadi 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 Yewalewadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Yewalewadi 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Yewalewadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Yewalewadi 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Yewalewadi
Where is Yewalewadi located?
Yewalewadi village is located in Walwa Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Yewalewadi?
Yewalewadi is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Yewalewadi?
The pincode of Yewalewadi is 415404.
What is the population of Yewalewadi?
Yewalewadi had a total population of 1,207, including 621 males and 586 females.
How many households are there in Yewalewadi?
Yewalewadi had 251 households.
What is the literacy rate in Yewalewadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Yewalewadi was 84.56%. Male literacy was 93.93% and female literacy was 74.62%.