Vastisakurdi - Karad, Satara
Vastisakurdi is a village situated in the Karad tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karad and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Vasti Sakurdi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Vastisakurdi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vastisakurdi is 564568. The village covers a total geographical area of 406.94 hectares and falls under the 415114 pincode. Karad is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Vastisakurdi 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 Vastisakurdi
As per Census 2011, Vastisakurdi village has a total population of 1,835 people, consisting of 954 males and 881 females. The village has 405 households and a sex ratio of 923 females per 1,000 males. There are 200 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,362 literate and 473 illiterate residents. Additionally, 232 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 18 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vastisakurdi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,835 | 954 | 881 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 200 | 114 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 232 | 118 | 114 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 18 | 9 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 1,362 | 730 | 632 |
| Illiterate Population | 473 | 224 | 249 |
Nearby Villages of Vastisakurdi
Vastisakurdi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sakurdi | South | 1.14 km |
| Vasantgad | East | 1.50 km |
| Mhopre | West | 2.00 km |
| Supane | South | 2.50 km |
| Tambave | South-West | 2.58 km |
| Beldare | North-West | 2.92 km |
| Abachiwadi | East | 2.98 km |
| Talbid | North-East | 3.11 km |
| Pashchimsupane | South-East | 3.90 km |
| Bholewadi | North-West | 4.03 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Vastisakurdi
Vastisakurdi 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 59.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karad to Vastisakurdi is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Vastisakurdi is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vastisakurdi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vastisakurdi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Vastisakurdi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vastisakurdi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Vastisakurdi
Where is Vastisakurdi located?
Vastisakurdi village is located in Karad Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vastisakurdi?
The Gram Panchayat of Vastisakurdi is Vasti Sakurdi.
What is the pincode of Vastisakurdi?
The pincode of Vastisakurdi is 415114.
What is the population of Vastisakurdi?
Vastisakurdi has a total population of 1,835, including 954 males and 881 females.
How many households are there in Vastisakurdi?
There are 405 households in Vastisakurdi.
What is the literacy rate in Vastisakurdi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vastisakurdi is 74.22%. Male literacy is 76.52% and female literacy is 71.74%.