Katewadi - Khatav, Satara
Katewadi is a village situated in the Khatav tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 42 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vaduj and around 39 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Katewadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katewadi is 563477. The village covers a total geographical area of 136 hectares and falls under the 415503 pincode. Phaltan is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Katewadi 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 Katewadi
According to the 2011 Census, Katewadi village had a total population of 451 people, including 236 males and 215 females, living in 103 households. The sex ratio was 911 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.37%, with male literacy at 93.67% and female literacy at 76.02%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 451 | 236 | 215 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 15 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 356 | 207 | 149 |
| Illiterate Population | 95 | 29 | 66 |
Nearby Villages of Katewadi
Katewadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lalgun | North-West | 2.01 km |
| Budh | East | 2.42 km |
| Pangarkhel | North-East | 3.34 km |
| Nagnathawadi | South-West | 3.61 km |
| Navalewadi | West | 4.21 km |
| Pawarwadi | South-West | 4.62 km |
| Diskal | North | 4.86 km |
| Vetane | South-East | 4.99 km |
| Rajapur | North-East | 5.13 km |
| Anpatwadi | North-West | 5.27 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Katewadi
Katewadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Koregaon, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 77.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Phaltan to Katewadi is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Katewadi is about 39 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katewadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katewadi 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 Katewadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katewadi 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 Katewadi
Where is Katewadi located?
Katewadi village is located in Khatav Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katewadi?
Katewadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Katewadi?
The pincode of Katewadi is 415503.
What is the population of Katewadi?
Katewadi had a total population of 451, including 236 males and 215 females.
How many households are there in Katewadi?
Katewadi had 103 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katewadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katewadi was 85.37%. Male literacy was 93.67% and female literacy was 76.02%.