Ving Village - Karad, Satara
Ving is a village situated in the Karad tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karad and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Wing serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ving village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ving is 564589. The village covers a total geographical area of 1053 hectares and falls under the 415122 pincode. Karad is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Ving village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karad South Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Satara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ving
As per Census 2011, Ving village has a total population of 6,604 people, consisting of 3,366 males and 3,238 females. The village has 1,460 households and a sex ratio of 961 females per 1,000 males. There are 653 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,905 literate and 1,699 illiterate residents. Additionally, 607 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 33 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ving are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,604 | 3,366 | 3,238 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 653 | 356 | 297 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 607 | 293 | 314 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 33 | 16 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 4,905 | 2,704 | 2,201 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,699 | 662 | 1,037 |
Nearby Villages of Ving
Ving 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shindewadi (kolewadi) | South-West | 2.27 km |
| Chachegaon | North-East | 2.95 km |
| Gharewadi | West | 3.15 km |
| Yeravale | North | 3.22 km |
| Dhondewadi | South-East | 3.34 km |
| Potale | North-West | 3.73 km |
| Jakhinwadi | East | 4.10 km |
| Ondoshi | South-West | 4.27 km |
| Shinganwadi | West | 4.65 km |
| Kese | North | 4.76 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ving
Ving is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Karad, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 51.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karad to Ving is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Ving is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ving
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ving village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ving
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ving village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ving
Where is Ving located?
Ving village is located in Karad Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ving?
The Gram Panchayat of Ving is Wing.
What is the pincode of Ving?
The pincode of Ving is 415122.
What is the population of Ving?
Ving has a total population of 6,604, including 3,366 males and 3,238 females.
How many households are there in Ving?
There are 1,460 households in Ving.
What is the literacy rate in Ving?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ving is 74.27%. Male literacy is 80.33% and female literacy is 67.97%.