Aundh - Khatav, Satara
Aundh is a village situated in the Khatav tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vaduj and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Aundh village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Aundh is 563527. The village covers a total geographical area of 2070 hectares and falls under the 415510 pincode. Rahimatpur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Aundh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Man Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Aundh
As per Census 2011, Aundh village has a total population of 5,653 people, consisting of 2,814 males and 2,839 females. The village has 1,292 households and a sex ratio of 1,008 females per 1,000 males. There are 559 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,338 literate and 1,315 illiterate residents. Additionally, 878 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 42 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Aundh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,653 | 2,814 | 2,839 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 559 | 278 | 281 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 878 | 408 | 470 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 42 | 20 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 4,338 | 2,323 | 2,015 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,315 | 491 | 824 |
Nearby Villages of Aundh
Aundh 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Karandewadi | South-East | 2.52 km |
| Jaigaon | North-West | 3.53 km |
| Varud | North-East | 3.69 km |
| Nandoshi | West | 3.81 km |
| Kharashinge | South-East | 4.52 km |
| Khabalwadi | West | 4.73 km |
| Yeliv | South | 5.37 km |
| Trimali | South-West | 5.47 km |
| Bhosare | North | 5.54 km |
| Kumathe | East | 5.86 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Aundh
Aundh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Rahimatpur, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 75.3 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rahimatpur to Aundh is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Aundh 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 Aundh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Aundh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Aundh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Aundh 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Aundh
Where is Aundh located?
Aundh village is located in Khatav Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Aundh?
Aundh is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Aundh?
The pincode of Aundh is 415510.
What is the population of Aundh?
Aundh has a total population of 5,653, including 2,814 males and 2,839 females.
How many households are there in Aundh?
There are 1,292 households in Aundh.
What is the literacy rate in Aundh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Aundh is 76.74%. Male literacy is 82.55% and female literacy is 70.98%.