Bhatghar
Bhatghar is a village located in Khandala tehsil of Satara district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 19km away from sub-district headquarter Khandala (tehsildar office) and 74km away from district headquarter Satara. As per 2009 stats, Bhatghar village is also a gram panchayat.
Bhatghar 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 Bhatghar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bhatghar is 563166. The village spans a total geographical area of 226 hectares. Bhor is nearest town to Bhatghar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 2km away.
When it comes to local governance, Bhatghar 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 Wai 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 Bhatghar
Population of Bhatghar
Below is a concise population overview of Bhatghar 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 | 886 | 456 | 430 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 33 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 168 | 80 | 88 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 87 | 45 | 42 |
| Literate Population | 720 | 400 | 320 |
| Illiterate Population | 166 | 56 | 110 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Bhatghar village:
- The total population of Bhatghar village is around 886, including approximately 456 males and 430 females, with a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 64 children aged 0–6 years in Bhatghar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Bhatghar village has 168 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 87 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Bhatghar village is about 81.26%, with male literacy at 87.72% and female literacy at 74.42%.
- There are around 204 households in Bhatghar village.
Connectivity of Bhatghar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bhatghar. As per the 2011 stats, Bhatghar 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bhatghar
Knowing the nearby villages of Bhatghar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bhatghar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bhatghar
- Where is Bhatghar located?
- Bhatghar village is situated in Khandala Tehsil, within the Satara district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bhatghar?
- Bhatghar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Bhatghar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bhatghar is 886, with 456 males and 430 females.
- How many households are there in Bhatghar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bhatghar village has a total of 204 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bhatghar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bhatghar is 81.26%. The male literacy rate is 87.72%, while the female literacy rate is 74.42%.