Wing - Khandala, Satara
Wing is a village situated in the Khandala tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khandala and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Wing village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wing is 563171. The village covers a total geographical area of 759.95 hectares and falls under the 412801 pincode. Bhor is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Wing village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Wai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Satara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Wing
As per Census 2011, Wing village has a total population of 2,801 people, consisting of 1,417 males and 1,384 females. The village has 595 households and a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males. There are 302 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,202 literate and 599 illiterate residents. Additionally, 307 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Wing are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,801 | 1,417 | 1,384 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 302 | 168 | 134 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 307 | 152 | 155 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 2,202 | 1,169 | 1,033 |
| Illiterate Population | 599 | 248 | 351 |
Nearby Villages of Wing
Wing 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 | East | 2.29 km |
| Guthalwadi | South-West | 2.51 km |
| Ingavali | North-West | 3.18 km |
| Wadwadi | West | 3.36 km |
| Kenjal | North | 3.60 km |
| Hartali | West | 3.94 km |
| Mirje | South | 3.97 km |
| Palashi | South-East | 4.44 km |
| Rajewadi | West | 4.63 km |
| Alande | North-West | 4.80 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Wing
Wing is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Valha, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.9 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 Bhor to Wing is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Wing 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 Wing
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wing village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Wing
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Wing village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Wing
Where is Wing located?
Wing village is located in Khandala Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Wing?
Wing is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Wing?
The pincode of Wing is 412801.
What is the population of Wing?
Wing has a total population of 2,801, including 1,417 males and 1,384 females.
How many households are there in Wing?
There are 595 households in Wing.
What is the literacy rate in Wing?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wing is 78.61%. Male literacy is 82.50% and female literacy is 74.64%.