Garavadi - Khatav, Satara
Garavadi is a village situated in the Khatav tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vaduj and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Garavadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garavadi is 563465. The village covers a total geographical area of 1069 hectares and falls under the 415504 pincode. Phaltan is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Garavadi 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 Garavadi
As per Census 2011, Garavadi village has a total population of 997 people, consisting of 478 males and 519 females. The village has 231 households and a sex ratio of 1,085 females per 1,000 males. There are 104 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 690 literate and 307 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garavadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 997 | 478 | 519 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 104 | 61 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 690 | 365 | 325 |
| Illiterate Population | 307 | 113 | 194 |
Nearby Villages of Garavadi
Garavadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Diskal | South-West | 3.26 km |
| Manewadi | North | 3.41 km |
| Pangarkhel | South | 3.46 km |
| Rajapur | South-East | 3.80 km |
| Shedagewadi | North-West | 3.90 km |
| Veloshi | East | 4.04 km |
| Tardaf | North-East | 4.49 km |
| Tathavada | North | 4.62 km |
| Khokade | East | 5.68 km |
| Lalgun | South-West | 5.78 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garavadi
Garavadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Adarki, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 73.8 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 Phaltan to Garavadi is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Garavadi is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garavadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garavadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Garavadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garavadi 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Garavadi
Where is Garavadi located?
Garavadi village is located in Khatav Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garavadi?
Garavadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Garavadi?
The pincode of Garavadi is 415504.
What is the population of Garavadi?
Garavadi has a total population of 997, including 478 males and 519 females.
How many households are there in Garavadi?
There are 231 households in Garavadi.
What is the literacy rate in Garavadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garavadi is 69.21%. Male literacy is 76.36% and female literacy is 62.62%.