Wadibhagai - Shirala, Sangli
Wadibhagai is a village situated in the Shirala tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shirala and around 74 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Wadibhagai village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wadibhagai is 568301. The village covers a total geographical area of 683 hectares and falls under the 415408 pincode. Kolhapur is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Wadibhagai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shirala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hatkanangle Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Wadibhagai
According to the 2011 Census, Wadibhagai village had a total population of 1,236 people, including 633 males and 603 females, living in 279 households. The sex ratio was 953 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.58%, with male literacy at 89.24% and female literacy at 63.35%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 48.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,236 | 633 | 603 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 126 | 66 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 48 | 25 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 850 | 506 | 344 |
| Illiterate Population | 386 | 127 | 259 |
Nearby Villages of Wadibhagai
Wadibhagai 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Natoli | South-East | 2.07 km |
| Dholewadi | South-West | 2.26 km |
| Kandur | South-West | 2.27 km |
| Pavalewadi | North | 2.55 km |
| Aswalewadi | North-West | 2.79 km |
| Punavat | West | 3.08 km |
| Chikhali | South-East | 3.25 km |
| Sagaon | South | 3.36 km |
| Biur | North-East | 3.68 km |
| Wadgaon | South-West | 4.00 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Wadibhagai
Wadibhagai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is C Shahu M Raj Kolhapur Term, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kolhapur to Wadibhagai is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Wadibhagai is about 74 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Wadibhagai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wadibhagai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Wadibhagai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Wadibhagai 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Wadibhagai
Where is Wadibhagai located?
Wadibhagai village is located in Shirala Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Wadibhagai?
Wadibhagai is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Wadibhagai?
The pincode of Wadibhagai is 415408.
What is the population of Wadibhagai?
Wadibhagai had a total population of 1,236, including 633 males and 603 females.
How many households are there in Wadibhagai?
Wadibhagai had 279 households.
What is the literacy rate in Wadibhagai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wadibhagai was 76.58%. Male literacy was 89.24% and female literacy was 63.35%.