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 Village 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
According to the 2011 Census, Ped village had a total population of 5,602 people, including 2,868 males and 2,734 females, living in 1,141 households. The sex ratio was 953 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.57%, with male literacy at 85.55% and female literacy at 71.27%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 651, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 13.
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 | 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 Village Panchayat of Ped?
Ped is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ped?
The pincode of Ped is 416312.
What is the population of Ped?
Ped had a total population of 5,602, including 2,868 males and 2,734 females.
How many households are there in Ped?
Ped had 1,141 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ped?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ped was 78.57%. Male literacy was 85.55% and female literacy was 71.27%.