Hingane - Khatav, Satara
Hingane 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 55 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Hingane village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hingane is 563535. The village covers a total geographical area of 883 hectares and falls under the 415506 pincode. Satara is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Hingane 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 Hingane
As per Census 2011, Hingane village has a total population of 1,355 people, consisting of 674 males and 681 females. The village has 304 households and a sex ratio of 1,010 females per 1,000 males. There are 123 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 998 literate and 357 illiterate residents. Additionally, 131 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 14 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hingane are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,355 | 674 | 681 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 123 | 73 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 131 | 59 | 72 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 998 | 549 | 449 |
| Illiterate Population | 357 | 125 | 232 |
Nearby Villages of Hingane
Hingane 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dalmodi | South | 2.35 km |
| Tadavale | North-East | 3.34 km |
| Bombale | East | 3.74 km |
| Mandave | North | 3.90 km |
| Satewadi | North-West | 4.00 km |
| Vaduj | West | 6.05 km |
| Katarkhatav | South-East | 6.46 km |
| Naikachiwadi | South-West | 6.65 km |
| Swarupkhanwadi | North | 6.94 km |
| Dambhewadi | East | 6.94 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Hingane
Hingane 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 82.8 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 Satara to Hingane is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hingane
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hingane 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 Hingane
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hingane 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Hingane
Where is Hingane located?
Hingane village is located in Khatav Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hingane?
Hingane is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Hingane?
The pincode of Hingane is 415506.
What is the population of Hingane?
Hingane has a total population of 1,355, including 674 males and 681 females.
How many households are there in Hingane?
There are 304 households in Hingane.
What is the literacy rate in Hingane?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hingane is 73.65%. Male literacy is 81.45% and female literacy is 65.93%.