Saspade - Kadegaon, Sangli
Saspade is a village situated in the Kadegaon tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kadegaon and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Saspade village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saspade is 568469. The village covers a total geographical area of 223.9 hectares and falls under the 415305 pincode. Vita is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Saspade village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Palus-kadegaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sangli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saspade
According to the 2011 Census, Saspade village had a total population of 762 people, including 372 males and 390 females, living in 166 households. The sex ratio was 1,048 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.73%, with male literacy at 95.50% and female literacy at 74.79%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 64, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3.
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 | 762 | 372 | 390 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 39 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 64 | 27 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 588 | 318 | 270 |
| Illiterate Population | 174 | 54 | 120 |
Nearby Villages of Saspade
Saspade 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Belavade | West | 1.71 km |
| Soholi | South | 2.61 km |
| Tondoli | East | 2.97 km |
| Nimsod | South-West | 3.09 km |
| Upale Mayani | North-East | 3.21 km |
| Yede | North-West | 3.58 km |
| Chikhali | South-East | 4.12 km |
| Renusewadi | West | 4.84 km |
| Vihapur | West | 5.39 km |
| Upale Wangi | North | 5.53 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Saspade
Public transport in the Saspade is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Karad, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 59.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Vita to Saspade is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Saspade is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saspade
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saspade village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Saspade
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saspade village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Saspade
Where is Saspade located?
Saspade village is located in Kadegaon Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saspade?
Saspade is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Saspade?
The pincode of Saspade is 415305.
What is the population of Saspade?
Saspade had a total population of 762, including 372 males and 390 females.
How many households are there in Saspade?
Saspade had 166 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saspade?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saspade was 84.73%. Male literacy was 95.50% and female literacy was 74.79%.