Wazewadi - Karad, Satara
Wazewadi is a village situated in the Karad tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karad and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Shirgaon serves as the Village Panchayat for Wazewadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wazewadi is 564478. The village covers a total geographical area of 148 hectares and falls under the 415109 pincode. Karad is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Wazewadi 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 North Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Satara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Wazewadi
According to the 2011 Census, Wazewadi village had a total population of 330 people, including 165 males and 165 females, living in 73 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.60%, with male literacy at 86.67% and female literacy at 70.47%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 11.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 330 | 165 | 165 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 15 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 4 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 235 | 130 | 105 |
| Illiterate Population | 95 | 35 | 60 |
Nearby Villages of Wazewadi
Wazewadi is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Wazewadi
Wazewadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karad to Wazewadi is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Wazewadi is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Wazewadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wazewadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Wazewadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Wazewadi 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 Wazewadi
Where is Wazewadi located?
Wazewadi village is located in Karad Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Wazewadi?
The Village Panchayat of Wazewadi is Shirgaon.
What is the pincode of Wazewadi?
The pincode of Wazewadi is 415109.
What is the population of Wazewadi?
Wazewadi had a total population of 330, including 165 males and 165 females.
How many households are there in Wazewadi?
Wazewadi had 73 households.
What is the literacy rate in Wazewadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wazewadi was 78.60%. Male literacy was 86.67% and female literacy was 70.47%.