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 Village 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
According to the 2011 Census, Wangi village had a total population of 9,895 people, including 5,096 males and 4,799 females, living in 2,143 households. The sex ratio was 942 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.95%, with male literacy at 86.33% and female literacy at 71.17%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,345, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 73.
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 | 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 Village Panchayat of Wangi?
Wangi is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Wangi?
The pincode of Wangi is 415305.
What is the population of Wangi?
Wangi had a total population of 9,895, including 5,096 males and 4,799 females.
How many households are there in Wangi?
Wangi had 2,143 households.
What is the literacy rate in Wangi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wangi was 78.95%. Male literacy was 86.33% and female literacy was 71.17%.