Walekhindi - Jat, Sangli
Walekhindi 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 103 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Walekhindi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Walekhindi is 568846. The village covers a total geographical area of 2568 hectares and falls under the 416404 pincode. Sangli Miraj Kupwad is the nearest town, located about 103 km away.
Walekhindi 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 Walekhindi
As per Census 2011, Walekhindi village has a total population of 4,642 people, consisting of 2,322 males and 2,320 females. The village has 985 households and a sex ratio of 999 females per 1,000 males. There are 571 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,930 literate and 1,712 illiterate residents. Additionally, 631 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Walekhindi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,642 | 2,322 | 2,320 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 571 | 290 | 281 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 631 | 310 | 321 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 2,930 | 1,584 | 1,346 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,712 | 738 | 974 |
Nearby Villages of Walekhindi
Walekhindi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Navalwadi | North-West | 3.22 km |
| Bagalwadi | East | 3.83 km |
| Kaslingwadi | South-East | 4.01 km |
| Gulvanchi | South-West | 4.85 km |
| Singanhalli | East | 4.95 km |
| Galavewadi | North-East | 5.51 km |
| Dongargaon | North | 5.73 km |
| Gunappawadi | West | 5.95 km |
| Mokashawadi | East | 5.99 km |
| Kosari | South | 6.69 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Walekhindi
Walekhindi 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 76.5 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 Walekhindi is about 103 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Walekhindi is about 103 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Walekhindi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Walekhindi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Walekhindi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Walekhindi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Walekhindi
Where is Walekhindi located?
Walekhindi village is located in Jat Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Walekhindi?
Walekhindi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Walekhindi?
The pincode of Walekhindi is 416404.
What is the population of Walekhindi?
Walekhindi has a total population of 4,642, including 2,322 males and 2,320 females.
How many households are there in Walekhindi?
There are 985 households in Walekhindi.
What is the literacy rate in Walekhindi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Walekhindi is 63.12%. Male literacy is 68.22% and female literacy is 58.02%.