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.
Here you can discover what makes Vasantgad unique in its vibrant Karad-Satara region. You’ll see Vasantgad’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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
According to the 2011 Census, Vasantgad has a total population of about 1,917, with approximately 961 males and 956 females. The sex ratio is around 994 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 188 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 82 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 6. The overall literacy rate is approximately 72.67%, with male literacy at about 77.94% and female literacy near 67.36%. There are around 418 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Vasantgad's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.