Bhatghar - Khandala, Satara
Bhatghar is a village situated in the Khandala tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khandala and around 74 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Bhatghar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhatghar is 563166. The village covers a total geographical area of 226 hectares and falls under the 412206 pincode. Bhor is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Bhatghar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Wai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Satara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhatghar
As per Census 2011, Bhatghar village has a total population of 886 people, consisting of 456 males and 430 females. The village has 204 households and a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males. There are 64 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 720 literate and 166 illiterate residents. Additionally, 168 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 87 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhatghar are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Bhatghar
Bhatghar 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 Bhatghar
Bhatghar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhor to Bhatghar is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Bhatghar is about 74 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhatghar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhatghar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bhatghar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhatghar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bhatghar
Where is Bhatghar located?
Bhatghar village is located in Khandala Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhatghar?
Bhatghar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bhatghar?
The pincode of Bhatghar is 412206.
What is the population of Bhatghar?
Bhatghar has a total population of 886, including 456 males and 430 females.
How many households are there in Bhatghar?
There are 204 households in Bhatghar.
What is the literacy rate in Bhatghar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhatghar is 81.26%. Male literacy is 87.72% and female literacy is 74.42%.