Wangi - Kadegaon, Sangli
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 55 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Wangi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wangi is 568449. The village covers a total geographical area of 3605.06 hectares and falls under the 415305 pincode. Vita is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
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 Wangi
As per Census 2011, Wangi village has a total population of 9,895 people, consisting of 5,096 males and 4,799 females. The village has 2,143 households and a sex ratio of 941 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,163 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 6,894 literate and 3,001 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,345 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 73 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Wangi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,895 | 5,096 | 4,799 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,163 | 613 | 550 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,345 | 672 | 673 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 73 | 39 | 34 |
| Literate Population | 6,894 | 3,870 | 3,024 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,001 | 1,226 | 1,775 |
Nearby Villages of Wangi
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shirgaon | South-East | 3.90 km |
| Ambak | South-West | 3.93 km |
| Shelakbav | East | 4.71 km |
| Shivani | North | 4.79 km |
| Bhalwani | East | 4.82 km |
| Ramapur | South-East | 6.28 km |
| Tadasar | West | 6.40 km |
| Panchlingnagar | East | 6.61 km |
| Devrashtre | South | 6.82 km |
| Wadiyeraybag | North-East | 6.98 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Wangi
Wangi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Takari, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.6 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 Vita to Wangi is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Wangi is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Wangi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wangi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in 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 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Wangi
Where is Wangi located?
Wangi village is located in Kadegaon Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Wangi?
Wangi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Wangi?
The pincode of Wangi is 415305.
What is the population of Wangi?
Wangi has a total population of 9,895, including 5,096 males and 4,799 females.
How many households are there in Wangi?
There are 2,143 households in Wangi.
What is the literacy rate in Wangi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wangi is 69.67%. Male literacy is 75.94% and female literacy is 63.01%.