Vasgade - Palus, Sangli
Vasgade is a village situated in the Palus tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Palus and around 14 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Vasgade village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vasgade is 568442. The village covers a total geographical area of 1648.58 hectares and falls under the 416415 pincode. Sangli Miraj Kupwad is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Vasgade 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 Vasgade
As per Census 2011, Vasgade village has a total population of 5,299 people, consisting of 2,691 males and 2,608 females. The village has 1,115 households and a sex ratio of 969 females per 1,000 males. There are 492 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,023 literate and 1,276 illiterate residents. Additionally, 459 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vasgade are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,299 | 2,691 | 2,608 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 492 | 275 | 217 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 459 | 221 | 238 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 4,023 | 2,149 | 1,874 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,276 | 542 | 734 |
Nearby Villages of Vasgade
Vasgade 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hajarwadi | North | 2.81 km |
| Nagaon Nimani | North-East | 2.91 km |
| Khatav | South-West | 3.58 km |
| Khandobachiwadi | North-West | 3.90 km |
| Burungwadi | North-West | 4.02 km |
| Shirgaon Kavathe | East | 4.03 km |
| Nandre | South | 4.73 km |
| Julewadi | North-West | 4.92 km |
| Malwadi | West | 4.94 km |
| Bendri | East | 5.34 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Vasgade
Vasgade is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhilavdi, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Vasgade is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Vasgade is about 14 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vasgade
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vasgade village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Vasgade
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vasgade 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Vasgade
Where is Vasgade located?
Vasgade village is located in Palus Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vasgade?
Vasgade is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vasgade?
The pincode of Vasgade is 416415.
What is the population of Vasgade?
Vasgade has a total population of 5,299, including 2,691 males and 2,608 females.
How many households are there in Vasgade?
There are 1,115 households in Vasgade.
What is the literacy rate in Vasgade?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vasgade is 75.92%. Male literacy is 79.86% and female literacy is 71.86%.