Vihapur - Kadegaon, Sangli
Vihapur is a village situated in the Kadegaon tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kadegaon and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Vihapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vihapur is 568475. The village covers a total geographical area of 1176.66 hectares and falls under the 415304 pincode. Karad is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Vihapur 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 Vihapur
According to the 2011 Census, Vihapur village had a total population of 2,426 people, including 1,243 males and 1,183 females, living in 540 households. The sex ratio was 952 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.35%, with male literacy at 92.15% and female literacy at 74.17%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 275.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,426 | 1,243 | 1,183 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 204 | 109 | 95 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 275 | 144 | 131 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,852 | 1,045 | 807 |
| Illiterate Population | 574 | 198 | 376 |
Nearby Villages of Vihapur
Vihapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Renusewadi | South-East | 1.11 km |
| Shivajinagar (nhavi) | South | 3.06 km |
| Nimsod | South-East | 3.09 km |
| Karandewadi | North-West | 3.33 km |
| Belavade | East | 3.70 km |
| Shalgaon | North | 3.77 km |
| Kamathi | West | 3.82 km |
| Yede | North-East | 4.13 km |
| Surli | South-West | 4.47 km |
| Saspade | East | 5.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Vihapur
Public transport in the Vihapur 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 58.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karad to Vihapur is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Vihapur is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vihapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vihapur 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 Vihapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vihapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Vihapur
Where is Vihapur located?
Vihapur village is located in Kadegaon Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vihapur?
Vihapur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vihapur?
The pincode of Vihapur is 415304.
What is the population of Vihapur?
Vihapur had a total population of 2,426, including 1,243 males and 1,183 females.
How many households are there in Vihapur?
Vihapur had 540 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vihapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vihapur was 83.35%. Male literacy was 92.15% and female literacy was 74.17%.