Upale Wangi - Kadegaon, Sangli
Upale Wangi is a village situated in the Kadegaon tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kadegaon and around 77 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Upale Wangi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Upale Wangi is 568459. The village covers a total geographical area of 997.4 hectares and falls under the 415305 pincode. Vita is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Upale 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 Upale Wangi
As per Census 2011, Upale Wangi village has a total population of 1,204 people, consisting of 583 males and 621 females. The village has 279 households and a sex ratio of 1,065 females per 1,000 males. There are 131 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 821 literate and 383 illiterate residents. Additionally, 82 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 36 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Upale Wangi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,204 | 583 | 621 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 131 | 71 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 82 | 40 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 36 | 19 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 821 | 437 | 384 |
| Illiterate Population | 383 | 146 | 237 |
Nearby Villages of Upale Wangi
Upale 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Upale Mayani | South | 2.40 km |
| Dhanewadi | East | 2.97 km |
| Chorade | North | 3.06 km |
| Hingangaon Bk | West | 3.60 km |
| Yede | South-West | 4.71 km |
| Tondoli | South | 5.08 km |
| Kherade Wangi | South-East | 5.45 km |
| Saspade | South | 5.53 km |
| Vadgaon (j.s.) | North-West | 5.71 km |
| Rahatani | North | 5.75 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Upale Wangi
Upale 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 63.3 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 Upale Wangi is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Upale Wangi is about 77 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Upale Wangi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Upale Wangi 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Upale 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 Upale Wangi 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Upale Wangi
Where is Upale Wangi located?
Upale Wangi village is located in Kadegaon Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Upale Wangi?
Upale Wangi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Upale Wangi?
The pincode of Upale Wangi is 415305.
What is the population of Upale Wangi?
Upale Wangi has a total population of 1,204, including 583 males and 621 females.
How many households are there in Upale Wangi?
There are 279 households in Upale Wangi.
What is the literacy rate in Upale Wangi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Upale Wangi is 68.19%. Male literacy is 74.96% and female literacy is 61.84%.