Vithalwadi - Wai, Satara
Vithalwadi is a village situated in the Wai tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Wai and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Vithalwadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vithalwadi is 563119. The village covers a total geographical area of 175 hectares and falls under the 412803 pincode. Wai is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Vithalwadi 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 Vithalwadi
According to the 2011 Census, Vithalwadi village had a total population of 274 people, including 118 males and 156 females, living in 68 households. The sex ratio was 1,322 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.83%, with male literacy at 88.78% and female literacy at 73.57%.
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 | 274 | 118 | 156 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 20 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 190 | 87 | 103 |
| Illiterate Population | 84 | 31 | 53 |
Nearby Villages of Vithalwadi
Vithalwadi is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Vithalwadi
Vithalwadi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Wai to Vithalwadi is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Vithalwadi 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 Vithalwadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vithalwadi 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Vithalwadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vithalwadi 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Vithalwadi
Where is Vithalwadi located?
Vithalwadi village is located in Wai Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vithalwadi?
Vithalwadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vithalwadi?
The pincode of Vithalwadi is 412803.
What is the population of Vithalwadi?
Vithalwadi had a total population of 274, including 118 males and 156 females.
How many households are there in Vithalwadi?
Vithalwadi had 68 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vithalwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vithalwadi was 79.83%. Male literacy was 88.78% and female literacy was 73.57%.