Vaddi - Miraj, Sangli
Vaddi is a village situated in the Miraj tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Miraj and around 3 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Waddi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Vaddi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vaddi is 568747. The village covers a total geographical area of 1287 hectares and falls under the 416414 pincode. Sangli Miraj Kupwad is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Vaddi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Miraj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sangli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vaddi
As per Census 2011, Vaddi village has a total population of 4,252 people, consisting of 2,174 males and 2,078 females. The village has 862 households and a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males. There are 529 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,984 literate and 1,268 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,002 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 50 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vaddi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,252 | 2,174 | 2,078 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 529 | 280 | 249 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,002 | 518 | 484 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 50 | 18 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 2,984 | 1,680 | 1,304 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,268 | 494 | 774 |
Nearby Villages of Vaddi
Vaddi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dhavali | South-West | 3.18 km |
| Bolwad | North-East | 3.53 km |
| Vijay Nagar | South | 4.33 km |
| Takali | North | 4.90 km |
| Arjunwad | West | 5.33 km |
| Ghalwad | South-West | 5.41 km |
| Kutwad | South | 6.15 km |
| Kanwad | South | 7.09 km |
| Chinchwad | West | 7.17 km |
| Bedag | East | 7.33 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Vaddi
Vaddi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Vijayanagar, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 32.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sangli Miraj Kupwad to Vaddi is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Vaddi is about 3 km, with the usual travel time around 5-10 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vaddi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vaddi 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 Vaddi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vaddi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Vaddi
Where is Vaddi located?
Vaddi village is located in Miraj Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vaddi?
The Gram Panchayat of Vaddi is Waddi.
What is the pincode of Vaddi?
The pincode of Vaddi is 416414.
What is the population of Vaddi?
Vaddi has a total population of 4,252, including 2,174 males and 2,078 females.
How many households are there in Vaddi?
There are 862 households in Vaddi.
What is the literacy rate in Vaddi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vaddi is 70.18%. Male literacy is 77.28% and female literacy is 62.75%.