Darajai - Khatav, Satara
Darajai is a village situated in the Khatav tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vaduj and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Darajai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darajai is 563507. The village covers a total geographical area of 478.58 hectares and falls under the 415505 pincode. Rahimatpur is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Darajai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Koregaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Satara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Darajai
According to the 2011 Census, Darajai village had a total population of 913 people, including 452 males and 461 females, living in 185 households. The sex ratio was 1,020 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.50%, with male literacy at 84.81% and female literacy at 66.59%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 37.
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 | 913 | 452 | 461 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 105 | 57 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 37 | 15 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 610 | 335 | 275 |
| Illiterate Population | 303 | 117 | 186 |
Nearby Villages of Darajai
Darajai 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pandharwadi (mahimangad) | North | 2.95 km |
| Daruj | South-West | 3.25 km |
| Divadi (mahimangad) | North-East | 3.37 km |
| Dharpudi | West | 3.86 km |
| Pedgaon | South-East | 4.35 km |
| Nidhal | North-West | 4.84 km |
| Kolewadi | North-East | 5.29 km |
| Khatav | West | 5.81 km |
| Ukirde | East | 5.85 km |
| Wakeshwar | South | 5.90 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Darajai
Darajai 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 86.8 km.
| 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 Rahimatpur to Darajai is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Darajai 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 Darajai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darajai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Darajai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darajai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Darajai
Where is Darajai located?
Darajai village is located in Khatav Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Darajai?
Darajai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Darajai?
The pincode of Darajai is 415505.
What is the population of Darajai?
Darajai had a total population of 913, including 452 males and 461 females.
How many households are there in Darajai?
Darajai had 185 households.
What is the literacy rate in Darajai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darajai was 75.50%. Male literacy was 84.81% and female literacy was 66.59%.