Wasgade
Wasgade is a village located in Palus tehsil of Sangli district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Palus (tehsildar office) and 14km away from district headquarter Sangli. As per 2009 stats, Vasgade is the gram panchayat of Wasgade village.
Wasgade has its own place in the vibrant Sangli region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Wasgade
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Wasgade is 568442. The village spans a total geographical area of 1648.58 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 416423. Sangli Miraj Kupwad is nearest town to Wasgade village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
When it comes to local governance, Wasgade village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Palus-kadegaon Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Sangli Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Wasgade
Population of Wasgade
Below is a concise population overview of Wasgade as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Wasgade village:
- The total population of Wasgade village is around 5,299, including approximately 2,691 males and 2,608 females, with a sex ratio of 969 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 492 children aged 0–6 years in Wasgade village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Wasgade village has 459 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 6 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Wasgade village is about 75.92%, with male literacy at 79.86% and female literacy at 71.86%.
- There are around 1,115 households in Wasgade village.
Connectivity of Wasgade
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Wasgade. As per the 2011 stats, Wasgade had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Wasgade
Knowing the nearby villages of Wasgade helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Wasgade.
Frequently Asked Questions about Wasgade
- Where is Wasgade located?
- Wasgade village is situated in Palus Tehsil, within the Sangli district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Wasgade?
- The Gram Panchayat of Wasgade is Vasgade (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Wasgade?
- The pincode of Wasgade is 416423, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Wasgade as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Wasgade is 5,299, with 2,691 males and 2,608 females.
- How many households are there in Wasgade as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Wasgade village has a total of 1,115 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Wasgade as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Wasgade is 75.92%. The male literacy rate is 79.86%, while the female literacy rate is 71.86%.