Vijay Nagar - Miraj, Sangli
Vijay Nagar is a village situated in the Miraj tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Miraj and around 10 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Vijaynagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Vijay Nagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vijay Nagar is 568749. The village covers a total geographical area of 330 hectares and falls under the 416414 pincode. Sangli Miraj Kupwad is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Vijay Nagar 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 Vijay Nagar
As per Census 2011, Vijay Nagar village has a total population of 3,474 people, consisting of 1,805 males and 1,669 females. The village has 739 households and a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males. There are 468 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,043 literate and 1,431 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,141 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vijay Nagar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,474 | 1,805 | 1,669 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 468 | 251 | 217 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,141 | 578 | 563 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 2,043 | 1,200 | 843 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,431 | 605 | 826 |
Nearby Villages of Vijay Nagar
Vijay Nagar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kutwad | South-West | 2.36 km |
| Dhavali | North-West | 2.62 km |
| Kanwad | South-East | 2.79 km |
| Ghalwad | West | 4.10 km |
| Vaddi | North | 4.33 km |
| Ganeshwadi | South | 5.14 km |
| Shirati | South-West | 5.56 km |
| Arjunwad | West | 6.45 km |
| Kavatheguland | South-West | 6.62 km |
| Bolwad | North | 7.12 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Vijay Nagar
Vijay Nagar 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 32.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sangli Miraj Kupwad to Vijay Nagar is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Vijay Nagar is about 10 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vijay Nagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vijay Nagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Vijay Nagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vijay Nagar 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 Vijay Nagar
Where is Vijay Nagar located?
Vijay Nagar village is located in Miraj Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vijay Nagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Vijay Nagar is Vijaynagar.
What is the pincode of Vijay Nagar?
The pincode of Vijay Nagar is 416414.
What is the population of Vijay Nagar?
Vijay Nagar has a total population of 3,474, including 1,805 males and 1,669 females.
How many households are there in Vijay Nagar?
There are 739 households in Vijay Nagar.
What is the literacy rate in Vijay Nagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vijay Nagar is 58.81%. Male literacy is 66.48% and female literacy is 50.51%.