Padali Helgaon - Karad, Satara
Padali Helgaon is a village situated in the Karad tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karad and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Padli-helgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Padali Helgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padali Helgaon is 564490. The village covers a total geographical area of 1000.36 hectares and falls under the 415106 pincode. Rahimatpur is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Padali Helgaon 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 Padali Helgaon
As per Census 2011, Padali Helgaon village has a total population of 1,761 people, consisting of 847 males and 914 females. The village has 412 households and a sex ratio of 1,079 females per 1,000 males. There are 172 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,286 literate and 475 illiterate residents. Additionally, 230 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Padali Helgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,761 | 847 | 914 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 172 | 82 | 90 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 230 | 114 | 116 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,286 | 667 | 619 |
| Illiterate Population | 475 | 180 | 295 |
Nearby Villages of Padali Helgaon
Padali Helgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gosavewadi | South-West | 2.10 km |
| Gaikwadwadi | East | 2.53 km |
| Banugadewadi | West | 2.80 km |
| Sathewadi | North | 3.45 km |
| Gholapwadi | South-East | 3.77 km |
| Helgaon | South-West | 3.98 km |
| Mohitewadi | North-West | 4.08 km |
| Nigadi | South | 4.12 km |
| Arvi | North-East | 5.12 km |
| Targaon. | North-West | 5.32 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Padali Helgaon
Padali Helgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Targaon, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 70.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Rahimatpur to Padali Helgaon is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Padali Helgaon is about 50 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 Padali Helgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padali Helgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Padali Helgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padali Helgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Padali Helgaon
Where is Padali Helgaon located?
Padali Helgaon village is located in Karad Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padali Helgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Padali Helgaon is Padli-helgaon.
What is the pincode of Padali Helgaon?
The pincode of Padali Helgaon is 415106.
What is the population of Padali Helgaon?
Padali Helgaon has a total population of 1,761, including 847 males and 914 females.
How many households are there in Padali Helgaon?
There are 412 households in Padali Helgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Padali Helgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padali Helgaon is 73.03%. Male literacy is 78.75% and female literacy is 67.72%.