Wasole - Satara
Wasole is a village situated in the Satara tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 7 km from Satara, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Vasole serves as the Gram Panchayat for Wasole village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wasole is 563783. The village covers a total geographical area of 8 hectares and falls under the 415011 pincode. Satara is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Wasole village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Koregaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Satara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Wasole
As per Census 2011, Wasole village has a total population of 646 people, consisting of 320 males and 326 females. The village has 137 households and a sex ratio of 1,018 females per 1,000 males. There are 72 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 479 literate and 167 illiterate residents. Additionally, 31 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Wasole are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 646 | 320 | 326 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 45 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 31 | 17 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 7 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 479 | 260 | 219 |
| Illiterate Population | 167 | 60 | 107 |
Nearby Villages of Wasole
Wasole 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Basappachiwadi | North-West | 1.66 km |
| Wadhe | West | 2.02 km |
| Patkhal | South | 2.11 km |
| Renavale | North | 2.80 km |
| Borkhal | East | 3.04 km |
| Vaduth | North-East | 3.08 km |
| Mhasave | West | 3.77 km |
| Songaon S.nimb | South-East | 3.77 km |
| Arphal | North | 4.02 km |
| Kshetra Mahuli | South | 4.72 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Wasole
Wasole is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Jarandeshwar, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 74.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Satara to Wasole is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Wasole
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wasole 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Wasole
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Wasole 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Wasole
Where is Wasole located?
Wasole village is located in Satara Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Wasole?
The Gram Panchayat of Wasole is Vasole.
What is the pincode of Wasole?
The pincode of Wasole is 415011.
What is the population of Wasole?
Wasole has a total population of 646, including 320 males and 326 females.
How many households are there in Wasole?
There are 137 households in Wasole.
What is the literacy rate in Wasole?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wasole is 74.15%. Male literacy is 81.25% and female literacy is 67.18%.