Padalikese - Karad, Satara
Padalikese is a village situated in the Karad tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karad and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Padali Kese serves as the Gram Panchayat for Padalikese village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padalikese is 564572. The village covers a total geographical area of 280 hectares and falls under the 415114 pincode. Karad is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Padalikese village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Patan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Satara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Padalikese
As per Census 2011, Padalikese village has a total population of 3,724 people, consisting of 1,919 males and 1,805 females. The village has 798 households and a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males. There are 515 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,499 literate and 1,225 illiterate residents. Additionally, 478 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 19 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Padalikese are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,724 | 1,919 | 1,805 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 515 | 269 | 246 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 478 | 249 | 229 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 11 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 2,499 | 1,393 | 1,106 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,225 | 526 | 699 |
Nearby Villages of Padalikese
Padalikese 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pashchimsupane | West | 1.36 km |
| Kese | South-East | 1.58 km |
| Vijaynagar | North-East | 1.94 km |
| Yeravale | South | 2.48 km |
| Kirpe | West | 2.62 km |
| Abachiwadi | North | 2.70 km |
| Mundhe | East | 2.98 km |
| Supane | West | 3.14 km |
| Varunji | East | 3.51 km |
| Vanavasmachi | North-East | 3.52 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Padalikese
Padalikese is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Shirravde, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karad to Padalikese is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Padalikese is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Padalikese
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padalikese village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Padalikese
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padalikese 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Padalikese
Where is Padalikese located?
Padalikese village is located in Karad Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padalikese?
The Gram Panchayat of Padalikese is Padali Kese.
What is the pincode of Padalikese?
The pincode of Padalikese is 415114.
What is the population of Padalikese?
Padalikese has a total population of 3,724, including 1,919 males and 1,805 females.
How many households are there in Padalikese?
There are 798 households in Padalikese.
What is the literacy rate in Padalikese?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padalikese is 67.11%. Male literacy is 72.59% and female literacy is 61.27%.