Bhagatwadi - Karad, Satara
Bhagatwadi is a village situated in the Karad tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karad and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Pal serves as the Village Panchayat for Bhagatwadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhagatwadi is 564468. The village covers a total geographical area of 230.43 hectares and falls under the 415014 pincode. Karad is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Bhagatwadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karad North Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Satara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhagatwadi
According to the 2011 Census, Bhagatwadi village had a total population of 353 people, including 182 males and 171 females, living in 65 households. The sex ratio was 940 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.50%, with male literacy at 96.36% and female literacy at 67.74%.
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 | 353 | 182 | 171 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 17 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 264 | 159 | 105 |
| Illiterate Population | 89 | 23 | 66 |
Nearby Villages of Bhagatwadi
Bhagatwadi is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Bhagatwadi
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Bhagatwadi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Karad to Bhagatwadi is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Bhagatwadi is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhagatwadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhagatwadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bhagatwadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhagatwadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bhagatwadi
Where is Bhagatwadi located?
Bhagatwadi village is located in Karad Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Bhagatwadi?
The Village Panchayat of Bhagatwadi is Pal.
What is the pincode of Bhagatwadi?
The pincode of Bhagatwadi is 415014.
What is the population of Bhagatwadi?
Bhagatwadi had a total population of 353, including 182 males and 171 females.
How many households are there in Bhagatwadi?
Bhagatwadi had 65 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhagatwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhagatwadi was 82.50%. Male literacy was 96.36% and female literacy was 67.74%.