Waghwadi - Walwa, Sangli
Waghwadi is a village situated in the Walwa tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Uran Islampur and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Waghwadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Waghwadi is 568355. The village covers a total geographical area of 523.12 hectares and falls under the 415403 pincode. Uran Islampur is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Waghwadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Islampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hatkanangle Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Waghwadi
According to the 2011 Census, Waghwadi village had a total population of 1,016 people, including 545 males and 471 females, living in 188 households. The sex ratio was 864 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 93.74%, with male literacy at 95.03% and female literacy at 92.34%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 27.
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 | 1,016 | 545 | 471 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 122 | 82 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 27 | 17 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 838 | 440 | 398 |
| Illiterate Population | 178 | 105 | 73 |
Nearby Villages of Waghwadi
Waghwadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jambhulwadi | North | 1.67 km |
| Vitthalwadi | East | 2.27 km |
| Shivpuri | South | 2.39 km |
| Kameri | South-East | 3.71 km |
| Peth | North | 4.05 km |
| Maralnathpur | South-West | 4.23 km |
| Rethare Dharan | West | 4.37 km |
| Naykalwadi | North-West | 4.41 km |
| Jakraiwadi | South-West | 4.51 km |
| Dhagewadi | South-West | 5.33 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Waghwadi
Waghwadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhavani Nagar, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Uran Islampur to Waghwadi is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Waghwadi is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Waghwadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Waghwadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Waghwadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Waghwadi 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 Waghwadi
Where is Waghwadi located?
Waghwadi village is located in Walwa Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Waghwadi?
Waghwadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Waghwadi?
The pincode of Waghwadi is 415403.
What is the population of Waghwadi?
Waghwadi had a total population of 1,016, including 545 males and 471 females.
How many households are there in Waghwadi?
Waghwadi had 188 households.
What is the literacy rate in Waghwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Waghwadi was 93.74%. Male literacy was 95.03% and female literacy was 92.34%.