Galdev - Jaoli, Satara
Galdev is a village situated in the Jaoli tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Medha and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Galdev village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Galdev is 563982. The village covers a total geographical area of 227.27 hectares and falls under the 415012 pincode. Satara is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Galdev village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Satara Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Galdev
According to the 2011 Census, Galdev village had a total population of 164 people, including 77 males and 87 females, living in 29 households. The sex ratio was 1,130 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.54%, with male literacy at 82.54% and female literacy at 64.56%.
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 | 164 | 77 | 87 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 14 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 103 | 52 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 61 | 25 | 36 |
Nearby Villages of Galdev
Galdev 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Varsoli Koli | South-West | 1.11 km |
| Vaghdare | South-East | 1.23 km |
| Bhogavali T. Medha | North | 1.56 km |
| Bhamghar | North-East | 1.96 km |
| Gondemal | South-East | 2.37 km |
| Okhavadi | North | 2.39 km |
| Varsoli Dev | South-West | 2.41 km |
| Lakhwad | West | 2.51 km |
| Mhate Bk | East | 2.66 km |
| Gogave | West | 2.68 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Galdev
Public transport in the Galdev is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Jarandeshwar, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 67.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Satara to Galdev is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Galdev
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Galdev village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Galdev
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Galdev village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Galdev
Where is Galdev located?
Galdev village is located in Jaoli Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Galdev?
Galdev is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Galdev?
The pincode of Galdev is 415012.
What is the population of Galdev?
Galdev had a total population of 164, including 77 males and 87 females.
How many households are there in Galdev?
Galdev had 29 households.
What is the literacy rate in Galdev?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Galdev was 72.54%. Male literacy was 82.54% and female literacy was 64.56%.