Dhondewadi - Karad, Satara
Dhondewadi is a village situated in the Karad tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karad and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Dhondewadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhondewadi is 564640. The village covers a total geographical area of 590.34 hectares and falls under the 415104 pincode. Karad is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Dhondewadi 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 South Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Satara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhondewadi
As per Census 2011, Dhondewadi village has a total population of 3,179 people, consisting of 1,598 males and 1,581 females. The village has 652 households and a sex ratio of 989 females per 1,000 males. There are 328 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,288 literate and 891 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhondewadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,179 | 1,598 | 1,581 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 328 | 171 | 157 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 2,288 | 1,269 | 1,019 |
| Illiterate Population | 891 | 329 | 562 |
Nearby Villages of Dhondewadi
Dhondewadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kale | South-East | 2.51 km |
| Nandgaon | South-West | 3.20 km |
| Jakhinwadi | North-East | 3.33 km |
| Ving | North-West | 3.34 km |
| Narayanwadi | East | 3.68 km |
| Nandlapur | North-East | 3.98 km |
| Shindewadi (kolewadi) | West | 4.30 km |
| Chachegaon | North | 4.57 km |
| Ondoshi | West | 4.75 km |
| Ond | South-West | 5.59 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dhondewadi
Dhondewadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Shenoli, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karad to Dhondewadi is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Dhondewadi is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhondewadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhondewadi 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dhondewadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhondewadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dhondewadi
Where is Dhondewadi located?
Dhondewadi village is located in Karad Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhondewadi?
Dhondewadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dhondewadi?
The pincode of Dhondewadi is 415104.
What is the population of Dhondewadi?
Dhondewadi has a total population of 3,179, including 1,598 males and 1,581 females.
How many households are there in Dhondewadi?
There are 652 households in Dhondewadi.
What is the literacy rate in Dhondewadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhondewadi is 71.97%. Male literacy is 79.41% and female literacy is 64.45%.