Wasumbe - Tasgaon, Sangli
Wasumbe is a village situated in the Tasgaon tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tasgaon and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Vasumbe serves as the Gram Panchayat for Wasumbe village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wasumbe is 568690. The village covers a total geographical area of 754.42 hectares and falls under the 416312 pincode. Tasgaon is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Wasumbe 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 Wasumbe
As per Census 2011, Wasumbe village has a total population of 5,216 people, consisting of 2,688 males and 2,528 females. The village has 1,146 households and a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males. There are 611 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,898 literate and 1,318 illiterate residents. Additionally, 624 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 36 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Wasumbe are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,216 | 2,688 | 2,528 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 611 | 332 | 279 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 624 | 326 | 298 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 36 | 20 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 3,898 | 2,104 | 1,794 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,318 | 584 | 734 |
Nearby Villages of Wasumbe
Wasumbe 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Matkunki | East | 2.70 km |
| Chinchani | North-East | 4.31 km |
| Nagaon Kavathe | South | 4.83 km |
| Kavathe Ekand | South-West | 4.90 km |
| Bendri | South-West | 5.29 km |
| Bhairvawadi | North | 6.04 km |
| Upalavi | South-East | 6.08 km |
| Kumathe | South | 7.35 km |
| Vanjarwadi | North-West | 7.52 km |
| Punadi (tasgaon) | North | 7.76 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Wasumbe
Wasumbe is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Nandre, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tasgaon to Wasumbe is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Wasumbe is about 28 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 Wasumbe
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wasumbe village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Wasumbe
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Wasumbe 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 Wasumbe
Where is Wasumbe located?
Wasumbe village is located in Tasgaon Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Wasumbe?
The Gram Panchayat of Wasumbe is Vasumbe.
What is the pincode of Wasumbe?
The pincode of Wasumbe is 416312.
What is the population of Wasumbe?
Wasumbe has a total population of 5,216, including 2,688 males and 2,528 females.
How many households are there in Wasumbe?
There are 1,146 households in Wasumbe.
What is the literacy rate in Wasumbe?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wasumbe is 74.73%. Male literacy is 78.27% and female literacy is 70.97%.