Daruj - Khatav, Satara
Daruj is a village situated in the Khatav tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vaduj and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Daruj village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Daruj is 563506. The village covers a total geographical area of 1039.2 hectares and falls under the 415505 pincode. Rahimatpur is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Daruj 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 Daruj
As per Census 2011, Daruj village has a total population of 2,699 people, consisting of 1,361 males and 1,338 females. The village has 564 households and a sex ratio of 983 females per 1,000 males. There are 298 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,829 literate and 870 illiterate residents. Additionally, 482 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Daruj are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,699 | 1,361 | 1,338 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 298 | 154 | 144 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 482 | 238 | 244 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,829 | 1,019 | 810 |
| Illiterate Population | 870 | 342 | 528 |
Nearby Villages of Daruj
Daruj 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dharpudi | North-West | 2.87 km |
| Khatav | West | 3.04 km |
| Darajai | North-East | 3.25 km |
| Bhurakvadi | South | 3.98 km |
| Wakeshwar | South-East | 4.71 km |
| Dhakatwadi | South | 5.34 km |
| Pandharwadi (mahimangad) | North-East | 5.95 km |
| Nidhal | North | 6.16 km |
| Pedgaon | East | 6.25 km |
| Bhandewadi | West | 6.32 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Daruj
Daruj 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 85.1 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 Daruj is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Daruj is about 48 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 Daruj
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Daruj village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Daruj
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Daruj village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Daruj
Where is Daruj located?
Daruj village is located in Khatav Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Daruj?
Daruj is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Daruj?
The pincode of Daruj is 415505.
What is the population of Daruj?
Daruj has a total population of 2,699, including 1,361 males and 1,338 females.
How many households are there in Daruj?
There are 564 households in Daruj.
What is the literacy rate in Daruj?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Daruj is 67.77%. Male literacy is 74.87% and female literacy is 60.54%.