Matekarwadi - Karad, Satara
Matekarwadi 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 91 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Yenape serves as the Gram Panchayat for Matekarwadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Matekarwadi is 564631. The village covers a total geographical area of 158.95 hectares and falls under the 415111 pincode. Karad is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Matekarwadi 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 Matekarwadi
According to the 2011 Census, Matekarwadi village had a total population of 512 people, including 266 males and 246 females, living in 95 households. The sex ratio was 925 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.04%, with male literacy at 89.08% and female literacy at 70.61%.
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 | 512 | 266 | 246 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 28 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 373 | 212 | 161 |
| Illiterate Population | 139 | 54 | 85 |
Nearby Villages of Matekarwadi
Matekarwadi 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 Matekarwadi
Matekarwadi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karad to Matekarwadi is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Matekarwadi is about 91 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Matekarwadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Matekarwadi 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Matekarwadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Matekarwadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Matekarwadi
Where is Matekarwadi located?
Matekarwadi village is located in Karad Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Matekarwadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Matekarwadi is Yenape.
What is the pincode of Matekarwadi?
The pincode of Matekarwadi is 415111.
What is the population of Matekarwadi?
Matekarwadi had a total population of 512, including 266 males and 246 females.
How many households are there in Matekarwadi?
Matekarwadi had 95 households.
What is the literacy rate in Matekarwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matekarwadi was 80.04%. Male literacy was 89.08% and female literacy was 70.61%.