Walsang - Jat, Sangli
Walsang is a village situated in the Jat tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jat and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Walasang serves as the Gram Panchayat for Walsang village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Walsang is 568879. The village covers a total geographical area of 2273 hectares and falls under the 416404 pincode. Sangli Miraj Kupwad is the nearest town, located about 90 km away.
Walsang 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 Walsang
As per Census 2011, Walsang village has a total population of 2,941 people, consisting of 1,458 males and 1,483 females. The village has 616 households and a sex ratio of 1,017 females per 1,000 males. There are 364 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,930 literate and 1,011 illiterate residents. Additionally, 285 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 20 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Walsang are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,941 | 1,458 | 1,483 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 364 | 190 | 174 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 285 | 146 | 139 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 20 | 9 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 1,930 | 1,081 | 849 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,011 | 377 | 634 |
Nearby Villages of Walsang
Walsang 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kolgiri | North-East | 3.60 km |
| Shedyal | South | 3.92 km |
| Karajanagi | North-West | 4.82 km |
| Soradi | East | 5.91 km |
| Amrutwadi | South-West | 6.90 km |
| Darikonur | South-East | 7.03 km |
| Guddapur | East | 7.55 km |
| Vhaspeth | North-East | 8.46 km |
| Muchandi | South | 8.71 km |
| Nigadi Kh | North-West | 8.90 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Walsang
Walsang 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 69.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sangli Miraj Kupwad to Walsang is about 90 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Walsang is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Walsang
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Walsang village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Walsang
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Walsang village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Walsang
Where is Walsang located?
Walsang village is located in Jat Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Walsang?
The Gram Panchayat of Walsang is Walasang.
What is the pincode of Walsang?
The pincode of Walsang is 416404.
What is the population of Walsang?
Walsang has a total population of 2,941, including 1,458 males and 1,483 females.
How many households are there in Walsang?
There are 616 households in Walsang.
What is the literacy rate in Walsang?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Walsang is 65.62%. Male literacy is 74.14% and female literacy is 57.25%.