Vajrawad - Jat, Sangli
Vajrawad is a village situated in the Jat tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jat and around 118 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Vajrawad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vajrawad is 568940. The village covers a total geographical area of 1074.3 hectares and falls under the 416404 pincode. Bijapur (karnataka) is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Vajrawad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sangli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vajrawad
As per Census 2011, Vajrawad village has a total population of 2,351 people, consisting of 1,204 males and 1,147 females. The village has 419 households and a sex ratio of 952 females per 1,000 males. There are 345 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,437 literate and 914 illiterate residents. Additionally, 482 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 30 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vajrawad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,351 | 1,204 | 1,147 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 345 | 194 | 151 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 482 | 239 | 243 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 30 | 17 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 1,437 | 808 | 629 |
| Illiterate Population | 914 | 396 | 518 |
Nearby Villages of Vajrawad
Vajrawad 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ekundi | North-West | 3.10 km |
| Malabad | South-West | 3.74 km |
| Gugwad | South-East | 4.58 km |
| Salmalgewadi | North | 5.70 km |
| Jirgyal | North-West | 5.97 km |
| Basargi | East | 6.70 km |
| Bilur | North-East | 7.09 km |
| Mirawad | North | 7.43 km |
| Bevanoor | South-West | 7.50 km |
| Balligeri | South | 7.54 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Vajrawad
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Vajrawad. The nearest railway station is Kavathe Mahankl, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 72.5 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 Bijapur (karnataka) to Vajrawad is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Vajrawad is about 118 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vajrawad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vajrawad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Vajrawad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vajrawad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Vajrawad
Where is Vajrawad located?
Vajrawad village is located in Jat Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vajrawad?
Vajrawad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vajrawad?
The pincode of Vajrawad is 416404.
What is the population of Vajrawad?
Vajrawad has a total population of 2,351, including 1,204 males and 1,147 females.
How many households are there in Vajrawad?
There are 419 households in Vajrawad.
What is the literacy rate in Vajrawad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vajrawad is 61.12%. Male literacy is 67.11% and female literacy is 54.84%.