Padegaon - Khandala, Satara
Padegaon is a village situated in the Khandala tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khandala and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Padegaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padegaon is 563212. The village covers a total geographical area of 333 hectares and falls under the 415521 pincode. Phaltan is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Padegaon 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 Padegaon
As per Census 2011, Padegaon village has a total population of 2,129 people, consisting of 1,258 males and 871 females. The village has 323 households and a sex ratio of 692 females per 1,000 males. There are 175 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,698 literate and 431 illiterate residents. Additionally, 378 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 45 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Padegaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,129 | 1,258 | 871 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 175 | 97 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 378 | 242 | 136 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 45 | 25 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 1,698 | 1,078 | 620 |
| Illiterate Population | 431 | 180 | 251 |
Nearby Villages of Padegaon
Padegaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bavkalwadi | North-West | 2.39 km |
| Padegaon | East | 2.41 km |
| Balu Patlachiwadi | West | 2.65 km |
| Mariachiwadi | West | 3.52 km |
| Koregaon | South | 3.79 km |
| Pimpare Bk. | North-West | 3.92 km |
| Pimpre Kh. | North | 4.05 km |
| Lonand | South-West | 4.47 km |
| Shindemal | South-East | 4.87 km |
| Malewadi | South-East | 5.84 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Padegaon
Padegaon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Nira, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Phaltan to Padegaon is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Padegaon is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Padegaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padegaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Padegaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padegaon 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 Padegaon
Where is Padegaon located?
Padegaon village is located in Khandala Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padegaon?
Padegaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Padegaon?
The pincode of Padegaon is 415521.
What is the population of Padegaon?
Padegaon has a total population of 2,129, including 1,258 males and 871 females.
How many households are there in Padegaon?
There are 323 households in Padegaon.
What is the literacy rate in Padegaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padegaon is 79.76%. Male literacy is 85.69% and female literacy is 71.18%.