Vengale - Mahabaleshwar, Satara
Vengale is a village situated in the Mahabaleshwar tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahabaleshwar and around 87 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Vengale village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vengale is 563007. The village covers a total geographical area of 473 hectares and falls under the 412806 pincode. Wai is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Vengale 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 Vengale
As per Census 2011, Vengale village has a total population of 417 people, consisting of 209 males and 208 females. The village has 92 households and a sex ratio of 995 females per 1,000 males. There are 36 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 308 literate and 109 illiterate residents. Additionally, 117 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vengale are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 417 | 209 | 208 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 17 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 117 | 62 | 55 |
| Literate Population | 308 | 179 | 129 |
| Illiterate Population | 109 | 30 | 79 |
Nearby Villages of Vengale
Vengale 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pali T. Ategaon | South-West | 1.40 km |
| Rameghar | East | 1.88 km |
| Khambil Chorge | North | 2.08 km |
| Velapur | South-West | 2.10 km |
| Gogave | North-East | 2.46 km |
| Vanavli T. Ategaon | South | 2.65 km |
| Varsoli Dev | East | 2.70 km |
| Harchandi | West | 2.70 km |
| Waki | East | 2.71 km |
| Furus | South-East | 3.45 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Vengale
Vengale is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Diwankhavati, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 70.4 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 Wai to Vengale is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Vengale is about 87 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vengale
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vengale 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Vengale
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vengale village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Vengale
Where is Vengale located?
Vengale village is located in Mahabaleshwar Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vengale?
Vengale is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vengale?
The pincode of Vengale is 412806.
What is the population of Vengale?
Vengale has a total population of 417, including 209 males and 208 females.
How many households are there in Vengale?
There are 92 households in Vengale.
What is the literacy rate in Vengale?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vengale is 73.86%. Male literacy is 85.65% and female literacy is 62.02%.