Wategaon is a village in the Sangli district of the Indian state of Maharashtra. It lies in the Pune division and forms part of the largely agrarian landscape of western Maharashtra, an area shaped by the Krishna river basin and the irrigation networks that have developed across the district.
Key facts
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Type | Village (human settlement) |
| District | Sangli |
| Division | Pune division |
| State | Maharashtra |
| Country | India |
| Region | Western Maharashtra |
Geography
Wategaon is situated in Sangli district, which is bounded by Satara to the north, Solapur to the north-east, Kolhapur to the south, and the state of Karnataka to the south-east. The district lies in the Deccan plateau and is drained primarily by the Krishna river along with its tributaries, including the Warna and the Yerala. The terrain in the region is generally undulating, transitioning from the foothills of the Western Ghats in the west to drier plains in the east.
Administration
As a village, Wategaon falls under the local self-government framework laid down by the Maharashtra Zilla Parishads and Panchayat Samitis Act, 1961, with civic affairs handled by a gram panchayat. Higher-level administration is exercised through the relevant taluka office, the Sangli Zilla Parishad, and the Collector of Sangli.
Economy and society
The economy of villages in Sangli district is predominantly agricultural. Sugarcane is the principal commercial crop, supported by an extensive network of cooperative sugar factories that have historically been a feature of western Maharashtra. Other crops grown in the district include jowar, wheat, pulses, turmeric, and grapes; Sangli is widely known for its turmeric and raisin trade. Marathi is the principal language spoken in the area.
Transport
The district is served by the National Highway network and by the Central Railway, with Sangli and Miraj acting as the principal road and rail hubs for surrounding villages.
Related topics
References
- Wikidata: Q7973205