Vasantgad
Vasantgad is a village located in Karad tehsil of Satara district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Karad (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Satara. As per 2009 stats, Vasantgad village is also a gram panchayat.
Vasantgad has its own place in the vibrant Satara region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Vasantgad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Vasantgad is 564569. The village spans a total geographical area of 330.57 hectares. Karad is nearest town to Vasantgad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.
When it comes to local governance, Vasantgad village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Patan Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Satara Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Vasantgad
Population of Vasantgad
Below is a concise population overview of Vasantgad as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,917 | 961 | 956 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 188 | 99 | 89 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 82 | 40 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,393 | 749 | 644 |
| Illiterate Population | 524 | 212 | 312 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Vasantgad village:
- The total population of Vasantgad village is around 1,917, including approximately 961 males and 956 females, with a sex ratio of 994 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 188 children aged 0–6 years in Vasantgad village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Vasantgad village has 82 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 6 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Vasantgad village is about 72.67%, with male literacy at 77.94% and female literacy at 67.36%.
- There are around 418 households in Vasantgad village.
Connectivity of Vasantgad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Vasantgad. As per the 2011 stats, Vasantgad had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Vasantgad
Knowing the nearby villages of Vasantgad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Vasantgad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Vasantgad
- Where is Vasantgad located?
- Vasantgad village is situated in Karad Tehsil, within the Satara district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Vasantgad?
- Vasantgad serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Vasantgad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vasantgad is 1,917, with 961 males and 956 females.
- How many households are there in Vasantgad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Vasantgad village has a total of 418 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Vasantgad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vasantgad is 72.67%. The male literacy rate is 77.94%, while the female literacy rate is 67.36%.