Kaledhon - Khatav, Satara
Kaledhon is a village situated in the Khatav tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vaduj and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Kaledhon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kaledhon is 563585. The village covers a total geographical area of 3992 hectares and falls under the 415312 pincode. Vita is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Kaledhon 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 Kaledhon
As per Census 2011, Kaledhon village has a total population of 6,915 people, consisting of 3,470 males and 3,445 females. The village has 1,520 households and a sex ratio of 992 females per 1,000 males. There are 753 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,950 literate and 1,965 illiterate residents. Additionally, 611 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 35 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kaledhon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,915 | 3,470 | 3,445 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 753 | 416 | 337 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 611 | 295 | 316 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 35 | 19 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 4,950 | 2,645 | 2,305 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,965 | 825 | 1,140 |
Nearby Villages of Kaledhon
Kaledhon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Garalewadi | South-West | 2.55 km |
| Mulikwadi | North | 2.81 km |
| Taraswadi | North-East | 2.86 km |
| Garudi | North-East | 4.25 km |
| Pimpari Bk. | East | 4.83 km |
| Vikhale | North-West | 5.23 km |
| Devikhindi | South | 5.66 km |
| Vibhutwadi | North-East | 5.78 km |
| Pachwad | North | 5.84 km |
| Bhikawadi Bk. | West | 5.93 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kaledhon
Kaledhon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Takari, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 72.8 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 Vita to Kaledhon is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Kaledhon is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kaledhon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kaledhon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kaledhon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kaledhon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Kaledhon
Where is Kaledhon located?
Kaledhon village is located in Khatav Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kaledhon?
Kaledhon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kaledhon?
The pincode of Kaledhon is 415312.
What is the population of Kaledhon?
Kaledhon has a total population of 6,915, including 3,470 males and 3,445 females.
How many households are there in Kaledhon?
There are 1,520 households in Kaledhon.
What is the literacy rate in Kaledhon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kaledhon is 71.58%. Male literacy is 76.22% and female literacy is 66.91%.