Vitthlapur - Atpadi, Sangli
Vitthlapur is a village situated in the Atpadi tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Atpadi and around 96 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Vithalapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Vitthlapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vitthlapur is 568573. The village covers a total geographical area of 1265.7 hectares and falls under the 415301 pincode. Pandharpur is the nearest town, located about 57 km away.
Vitthlapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khanapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sangli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vitthlapur
As per Census 2011, Vitthlapur village has a total population of 2,667 people, consisting of 1,344 males and 1,323 females. The village has 568 households and a sex ratio of 984 females per 1,000 males. There are 282 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,622 literate and 1,045 illiterate residents. Additionally, 304 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 53 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vitthlapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,667 | 1,344 | 1,323 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 282 | 147 | 135 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 304 | 148 | 156 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 53 | 29 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 1,622 | 966 | 656 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,045 | 378 | 667 |
Nearby Villages of Vitthlapur
Vitthlapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sherewadi | South | 2.39 km |
| Awalai | West | 3.02 km |
| Juni Lotewadi | East | 3.93 km |
| Kauthuli | South-East | 3.94 km |
| Khavaspur | North-East | 4.04 km |
| Pandharewadi | North | 5.58 km |
| Pisewadi | West | 5.90 km |
| Dighanchi | North-West | 5.91 km |
| Umbargaon | North-East | 6.13 km |
| Galavewadi | South-West | 6.32 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Vitthlapur
Vitthlapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Wasud, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 82.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pandharpur to Vitthlapur is about 57 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Vitthlapur is about 96 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vitthlapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vitthlapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Vitthlapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vitthlapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Vitthlapur
Where is Vitthlapur located?
Vitthlapur village is located in Atpadi Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vitthlapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Vitthlapur is Vithalapur.
What is the pincode of Vitthlapur?
The pincode of Vitthlapur is 415301.
What is the population of Vitthlapur?
Vitthlapur has a total population of 2,667, including 1,344 males and 1,323 females.
How many households are there in Vitthlapur?
There are 568 households in Vitthlapur.
What is the literacy rate in Vitthlapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vitthlapur is 60.82%. Male literacy is 71.88% and female literacy is 49.58%.