Ped - Tasgaon, Sangli
Ped is a village situated in the Tasgaon tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tasgaon and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Ped village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ped is 568641. The village covers a total geographical area of 2964 hectares and falls under the 416312 pincode. Tasgaon is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Ped village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khanapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sangli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ped
As per Census 2011, Ped village has a total population of 5,602 people, consisting of 2,868 males and 2,734 females. The village has 1,141 households and a sex ratio of 953 females per 1,000 males. There are 591 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,937 literate and 1,665 illiterate residents. Additionally, 651 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 13 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ped are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,602 | 2,868 | 2,734 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 591 | 307 | 284 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 651 | 329 | 322 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 8 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 3,937 | 2,191 | 1,746 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,665 | 677 | 988 |
Nearby Villages of Ped
Ped 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dhondewadi | West | 2.33 km |
| Morale Ped | East | 3.38 km |
| Vijay Nagar | North-East | 3.53 km |
| Narsingpur | North-West | 3.72 km |
| Manjarde | South-East | 4.12 km |
| Hatnoor | South-West | 4.62 km |
| Limbgaon | North | 4.75 km |
| Kapurgaon | North | 4.84 km |
| Khalsa Dhamani | West | 4.88 km |
| Bhadakewadi | North-East | 5.02 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ped
Ped is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhilavdi, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.2 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 Tasgaon to Ped is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Ped is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ped
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ped village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ped
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ped village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ped
Where is Ped located?
Ped village is located in Tasgaon Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ped?
Ped is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ped?
The pincode of Ped is 416312.
What is the population of Ped?
Ped has a total population of 5,602, including 2,868 males and 2,734 females.
How many households are there in Ped?
There are 1,141 households in Ped.
What is the literacy rate in Ped?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ped is 70.28%. Male literacy is 76.39% and female literacy is 63.86%.