Kherade Wangi Village - Kadegaon, Sangli
Kherade Wangi is a village situated in the Kadegaon tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kadegaon and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Kherade Wangi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kherade Wangi is 568461. The village covers a total geographical area of 1968 hectares and falls under the 415311 pincode. Vita is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Kherade Wangi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Palus-kadegaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sangli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kherade Wangi
As per Census 2011, Kherade Wangi village has a total population of 3,590 people, consisting of 1,715 males and 1,875 females. The village has 848 households and a sex ratio of 1,093 females per 1,000 males. There are 328 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,479 literate and 1,111 illiterate residents. Additionally, 397 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 13 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kherade Wangi are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,590 | 1,715 | 1,875 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 328 | 156 | 172 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 397 | 184 | 213 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 2,479 | 1,338 | 1,141 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,111 | 377 | 734 |
Nearby Villages of Kherade Wangi
Kherade Wangi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kotij | South-East | 2.91 km |
| Dhanewadi | North-West | 2.93 km |
| Tondoli | South-West | 4.36 km |
| Yetgaon | East | 4.39 km |
| Kherade Vita | South | 4.43 km |
| Upale Mayani | West | 5.15 km |
| Upale Wangi | North-West | 5.45 km |
| Mhasurne | North-East | 5.47 km |
| Bhikawadi Khu | South-East | 5.83 km |
| Chorade | North-West | 6.50 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kherade Wangi
Kherade Wangi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Karad, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 62.0 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 Vita to Kherade Wangi is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Kherade Wangi is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kherade Wangi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kherade Wangi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kherade Wangi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kherade Wangi 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) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Kherade Wangi
Where is Kherade Wangi located?
Kherade Wangi village is located in Kadegaon Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kherade Wangi?
Kherade Wangi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kherade Wangi?
The pincode of Kherade Wangi is 415311.
What is the population of Kherade Wangi?
Kherade Wangi has a total population of 3,590, including 1,715 males and 1,875 females.
How many households are there in Kherade Wangi?
There are 848 households in Kherade Wangi.
What is the literacy rate in Kherade Wangi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kherade Wangi is 69.05%. Male literacy is 78.02% and female literacy is 60.85%.