Ganeshwadi (Vaduj) - Khatav, Satara
Ganeshwadi (Vaduj) is a village situated in the Khatav tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vaduj and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Ganeshwadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ganeshwadi (Vaduj) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ganeshwadi (Vaduj) is 563542. The village covers a total geographical area of 1079 hectares and falls under the 415506 pincode. Karad is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Ganeshwadi (Vaduj) 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 Ganeshwadi (Vaduj)
As per Census 2011, Ganeshwadi (Vaduj) village has a total population of 1,816 people, consisting of 886 males and 930 females. The village has 364 households and a sex ratio of 1,049 females per 1,000 males. There are 245 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,272 literate and 544 illiterate residents. Additionally, 13 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ganeshwadi (Vaduj) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,816 | 886 | 930 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 245 | 139 | 106 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 8 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 1,272 | 630 | 642 |
| Illiterate Population | 544 | 256 | 288 |
Nearby Villages of Ganeshwadi (Vaduj)
Ganeshwadi (Vaduj) 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 Ganeshwadi (Vaduj)
Ganeshwadi (Vaduj) 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 <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karad to Ganeshwadi (Vaduj) is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Ganeshwadi (Vaduj) is about 49 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 Ganeshwadi (Vaduj)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ganeshwadi (Vaduj) 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ganeshwadi (Vaduj)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ganeshwadi (Vaduj) 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ganeshwadi (Vaduj)
Where is Ganeshwadi (Vaduj) located?
Ganeshwadi (Vaduj) village is located in Khatav Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ganeshwadi (Vaduj)?
The Gram Panchayat of Ganeshwadi (Vaduj) is Ganeshwadi.
What is the pincode of Ganeshwadi (Vaduj)?
The pincode of Ganeshwadi (Vaduj) is 415506.
What is the population of Ganeshwadi (Vaduj)?
Ganeshwadi (Vaduj) has a total population of 1,816, including 886 males and 930 females.
How many households are there in Ganeshwadi (Vaduj)?
There are 364 households in Ganeshwadi (Vaduj).
What is the literacy rate in Ganeshwadi (Vaduj)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ganeshwadi (Vaduj) is 70.04%. Male literacy is 71.11% and female literacy is 69.03%.