Vhaspeth - Jat, Sangli
Vhaspeth is a village situated in the Jat tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jat and around 114 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Vhaspeth village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vhaspeth is 568874. The village covers a total geographical area of 3271 hectares and falls under the 416413 pincode. Sangli Miraj Kupwad is the nearest town, located about 114 km away.
Vhaspeth 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 Vhaspeth
As per Census 2011, Vhaspeth village has a total population of 1,938 people, consisting of 983 males and 955 females. The village has 352 households and a sex ratio of 971 females per 1,000 males. There are 260 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,186 literate and 752 illiterate residents. Additionally, 557 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vhaspeth are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,938 | 983 | 955 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 260 | 121 | 139 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 557 | 277 | 280 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,186 | 690 | 496 |
| Illiterate Population | 752 | 293 | 459 |
Nearby Villages of Vhaspeth
Vhaspeth 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Guddapur | South | 3.18 km |
| Madgyal | North-East | 3.90 km |
| Maithal | North-West | 4.50 km |
| Kolgiri | West | 5.67 km |
| Soradi | South | 5.82 km |
| Asangi Jat | South-East | 5.99 km |
| Tilyal | South-East | 6.48 km |
| Kunikonur | North | 6.93 km |
| Sanamadi | North-West | 6.95 km |
| Kulalwadi | East | 7.98 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Vhaspeth
Vhaspeth is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Jath Road, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 63.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sangli Miraj Kupwad to Vhaspeth is about 114 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Vhaspeth is about 114 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vhaspeth
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vhaspeth village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Vhaspeth
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vhaspeth 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Vhaspeth
Where is Vhaspeth located?
Vhaspeth village is located in Jat Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vhaspeth?
Vhaspeth is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vhaspeth?
The pincode of Vhaspeth is 416413.
What is the population of Vhaspeth?
Vhaspeth has a total population of 1,938, including 983 males and 955 females.
How many households are there in Vhaspeth?
There are 352 households in Vhaspeth.
What is the literacy rate in Vhaspeth?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vhaspeth is 61.20%. Male literacy is 70.19% and female literacy is 51.94%.