Gursale - Khatav, Satara
Gursale is a village situated in the Khatav tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vaduj and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Gursale village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gursale is 563543. The village covers a total geographical area of 2718.9 hectares and falls under the 415506 pincode. Karad is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Gursale 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 Gursale
As per Census 2011, Gursale village has a total population of 4,143 people, consisting of 2,086 males and 2,057 females. The village has 837 households and a sex ratio of 986 females per 1,000 males. There are 404 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,981 literate and 1,162 illiterate residents. Additionally, 402 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gursale are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,143 | 2,086 | 2,057 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 404 | 218 | 186 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 402 | 217 | 185 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 2,981 | 1,608 | 1,373 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,162 | 478 | 684 |
Nearby Villages of Gursale
Gursale 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Umbarde | North-West | 3.38 km |
| Shirsawadi | South-East | 3.91 km |
| Nadhaval | East | 4.04 km |
| Gopuj | West | 4.23 km |
| Wakalwadi | South-West | 4.48 km |
| Gosavyachiwadi | West | 5.06 km |
| Naikachiwadi | North | 5.30 km |
| Ambavade | South-East | 5.88 km |
| Kumathe | North-West | 6.13 km |
| Holichagaon | South | 6.58 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gursale
Gursale 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 75.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karad to Gursale is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Gursale is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gursale
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gursale village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gursale
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gursale village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gursale
Where is Gursale located?
Gursale village is located in Khatav Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gursale?
Gursale is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gursale?
The pincode of Gursale is 415506.
What is the population of Gursale?
Gursale has a total population of 4,143, including 2,086 males and 2,057 females.
How many households are there in Gursale?
There are 837 households in Gursale.
What is the literacy rate in Gursale?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gursale is 71.95%. Male literacy is 77.09% and female literacy is 66.75%.