Vajrachaunde - Tasgaon, Sangli
Vajrachaunde is a village situated in the Tasgaon tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tasgaon and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Vajrachounde serves as the Gram Panchayat for Vajrachaunde village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vajrachaunde is 568670. The village covers a total geographical area of 336.21 hectares and falls under the 416408 pincode. Tasgaon is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Vajrachaunde village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khanapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sangli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vajrachaunde
As per Census 2011, Vajrachaunde village has a total population of 1,238 people, consisting of 625 males and 613 females. The village has 269 households and a sex ratio of 980 females per 1,000 males. There are 149 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 892 literate and 346 illiterate residents. Additionally, 165 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vajrachaunde are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,238 | 625 | 613 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 149 | 69 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 165 | 84 | 81 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 892 | 487 | 405 |
| Illiterate Population | 346 | 138 | 208 |
Nearby Villages of Vajrachaunde
Vajrachaunde 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gavhan | South-East | 2.19 km |
| Anjani | North-East | 3.57 km |
| Savalaj | North | 4.05 km |
| Waghapur | North-West | 4.28 km |
| Nagewadi | East | 4.42 km |
| Khujagaon | North-West | 4.91 km |
| Malangaon | South-East | 4.95 km |
| Savarde | West | 5.38 km |
| Bastawade | North | 6.11 km |
| Borgaon | South | 6.23 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Vajrachaunde
Vajrachaunde is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kavathe Mahankl, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.0 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 Tasgaon to Vajrachaunde is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Vajrachaunde is about 33 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 Vajrachaunde
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vajrachaunde 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 km |
Health Facilities in Vajrachaunde
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vajrachaunde village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Vajrachaunde
Where is Vajrachaunde located?
Vajrachaunde village is located in Tasgaon Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vajrachaunde?
The Gram Panchayat of Vajrachaunde is Vajrachounde.
What is the pincode of Vajrachaunde?
The pincode of Vajrachaunde is 416408.
What is the population of Vajrachaunde?
Vajrachaunde has a total population of 1,238, including 625 males and 613 females.
How many households are there in Vajrachaunde?
There are 269 households in Vajrachaunde.
What is the literacy rate in Vajrachaunde?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vajrachaunde is 72.05%. Male literacy is 77.92% and female literacy is 66.07%.