Viththalwadi - Palus, Sangli
Viththalwadi is a village situated in the Palus tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Palus and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Vitthalwadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Viththalwadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Viththalwadi is 568423. The village covers a total geographical area of 51.06 hectares and falls under the 416308 pincode. Tasgaon is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Viththalwadi 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 Viththalwadi
As per Census 2011, Viththalwadi village has a total population of 813 people, consisting of 414 males and 399 females. The village has 175 households and a sex ratio of 963 females per 1,000 males. There are 94 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 631 literate and 182 illiterate residents. Additionally, 110 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 19 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Viththalwadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 813 | 414 | 399 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 94 | 47 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 110 | 50 | 60 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 8 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 631 | 335 | 296 |
| Illiterate Population | 182 | 79 | 103 |
Nearby Villages of Viththalwadi
Viththalwadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Amanapur | South-West | 1.49 km |
| Dhangaon | South | 3.39 km |
| Palus | North | 3.84 km |
| Yelavi | East | 4.12 km |
| Radewadi | South-West | 4.31 km |
| Bambavade | North-East | 4.51 km |
| Sandagewadi | North | 4.67 km |
| Savantpur | North-West | 4.87 km |
| Julewadi | South-East | 5.18 km |
| Burli | West | 5.60 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Viththalwadi
Viththalwadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Amnapur, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.0 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 Tasgaon to Viththalwadi is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Viththalwadi is about 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Viththalwadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Viththalwadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Viththalwadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Viththalwadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Viththalwadi
Where is Viththalwadi located?
Viththalwadi village is located in Palus Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Viththalwadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Viththalwadi is Vitthalwadi.
What is the pincode of Viththalwadi?
The pincode of Viththalwadi is 416308.
What is the population of Viththalwadi?
Viththalwadi has a total population of 813, including 414 males and 399 females.
How many households are there in Viththalwadi?
There are 175 households in Viththalwadi.
What is the literacy rate in Viththalwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Viththalwadi is 77.61%. Male literacy is 80.92% and female literacy is 74.19%.