Daphalwadi - Karad, Satara
Daphalwadi is a village situated in the Karad tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karad and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Marali serves as the Village Panchayat for Daphalwadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Daphalwadi is 564470. The village covers a total geographical area of 229 hectares and falls under the 415109 pincode. Karad is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Daphalwadi 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 Daphalwadi
According to the 2011 Census, Daphalwadi village had a total population of 292 people, including 131 males and 161 females, living in 68 households. The sex ratio was 1,229 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.06%, with male literacy at 70.64% and female literacy at 59.18%.
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 | 292 | 131 | 161 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 22 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 164 | 77 | 87 |
| Illiterate Population | 128 | 54 | 74 |
Nearby Villages of Daphalwadi
Daphalwadi 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 Daphalwadi
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Daphalwadi.
| 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 Karad to Daphalwadi is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Daphalwadi is about 49 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 Daphalwadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Daphalwadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Daphalwadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Daphalwadi 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 Daphalwadi
Where is Daphalwadi located?
Daphalwadi village is located in Karad Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Daphalwadi?
The Village Panchayat of Daphalwadi is Marali.
What is the pincode of Daphalwadi?
The pincode of Daphalwadi is 415109.
What is the population of Daphalwadi?
Daphalwadi had a total population of 292, including 131 males and 161 females.
How many households are there in Daphalwadi?
Daphalwadi had 68 households.
What is the literacy rate in Daphalwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Daphalwadi was 64.06%. Male literacy was 70.64% and female literacy was 59.18%.