Wangi - Solapur North, Solapur
Wangi is a village situated in the Solapur North tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 35 km from Solapur, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Wangi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wangi is 562155. The village covers a total geographical area of 334 hectares and falls under the 413221 pincode. Solapur is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Wangi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Solapur South Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Solapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Wangi
As per Census 2011, Wangi village has a total population of 984 people, consisting of 509 males and 475 females. The village has 199 households and a sex ratio of 933 females per 1,000 males. There are 127 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 640 literate and 344 illiterate residents. Additionally, 88 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 13 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Wangi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 984 | 509 | 475 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 127 | 66 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 88 | 46 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 640 | 361 | 279 |
| Illiterate Population | 344 | 148 | 196 |
Nearby Villages of Wangi
Wangi 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 Wangi
Wangi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Solapur to Wangi is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Wangi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wangi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Wangi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Wangi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Wangi
Where is Wangi located?
Wangi village is located in Solapur North Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Wangi?
Wangi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Wangi?
The pincode of Wangi is 413221.
What is the population of Wangi?
Wangi has a total population of 984, including 509 males and 475 females.
How many households are there in Wangi?
There are 199 households in Wangi.
What is the literacy rate in Wangi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wangi is 65.04%. Male literacy is 70.92% and female literacy is 58.74%.