Munawale - Jaoli, Satara
Munawale is a village situated in the Jaoli tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 68 km from the tehsil headquarters in Medha and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Munavale serves as the Gram Panchayat for Munawale village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Munawale is 564060. The village covers a total geographical area of 1195 hectares and falls under the 415002 pincode. Satara is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Munawale village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Satara Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Munawale
As per Census 2011, Munawale village has a total population of 398 people, consisting of 192 males and 206 females. The village has 105 households and a sex ratio of 1,072 females per 1,000 males. There are 34 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 282 literate and 116 illiterate residents. Additionally, 25 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Munawale are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 398 | 192 | 206 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 16 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 25 | 12 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 282 | 157 | 125 |
| Illiterate Population | 116 | 35 | 81 |
Nearby Villages of Munawale
Munawale 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Umbarewadi | South | 1.68 km |
| Waghali | North-West | 1.69 km |
| Phalani | North-East | 1.93 km |
| Andhari | North | 3.50 km |
| Mhavshi | North | 3.80 km |
| Kargaon | South-West | 3.81 km |
| Kasbe Bamnoli | North-West | 3.83 km |
| Alawadi | South-East | 3.88 km |
| Kas | North-East | 3.92 km |
| Dhavali | South-East | 4.05 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Munawale
Munawale is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Satara, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 77.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Satara to Munawale is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Munawale
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Munawale village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Munawale
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Munawale 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 Munawale
Where is Munawale located?
Munawale village is located in Jaoli Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Munawale?
The Gram Panchayat of Munawale is Munavale.
What is the pincode of Munawale?
The pincode of Munawale is 415002.
What is the population of Munawale?
Munawale has a total population of 398, including 192 males and 206 females.
How many households are there in Munawale?
There are 105 households in Munawale.
What is the literacy rate in Munawale?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Munawale is 70.85%. Male literacy is 81.77% and female literacy is 60.68%.