Vathar - Karad, Satara
Vathar is a village situated in the Karad tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karad and around 61 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Wathar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Vathar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vathar is 564650. The village covers a total geographical area of 635 hectares and falls under the 415539 pincode. Karad is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Vathar 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 South Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Satara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vathar
As per Census 2011, Vathar village has a total population of 4,497 people, consisting of 2,328 males and 2,169 females. The village has 908 households and a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males. There are 463 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,380 literate and 1,117 illiterate residents. Additionally, 600 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vathar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,497 | 2,328 | 2,169 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 463 | 240 | 223 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 600 | 291 | 309 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 3,380 | 1,866 | 1,514 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,117 | 462 | 655 |
Nearby Villages of Vathar
Vathar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rethare Kh. | East | 2.23 km |
| Malkhed | South | 3.08 km |
| Atake | North-East | 3.26 km |
| Belavade Bk | South | 3.43 km |
| Narayanwadi | North | 3.70 km |
| Kalvade | South-West | 3.76 km |
| Kale | North-West | 3.95 km |
| Rethare Bk. | South-East | 4.70 km |
| Dushere | North-East | 4.94 km |
| Kodoli | North | 5.32 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Vathar
Vathar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Shenoli, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.5 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 Vathar is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Vathar is about 61 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 Vathar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vathar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Vathar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vathar 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 Vathar
Where is Vathar located?
Vathar village is located in Karad Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vathar?
The Gram Panchayat of Vathar is Wathar.
What is the pincode of Vathar?
The pincode of Vathar is 415539.
What is the population of Vathar?
Vathar has a total population of 4,497, including 2,328 males and 2,169 females.
How many households are there in Vathar?
There are 908 households in Vathar.
What is the literacy rate in Vathar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vathar is 75.16%. Male literacy is 80.15% and female literacy is 69.80%.