Khatgun - Khatav, Satara
Khatgun is a village situated in the Khatav tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vaduj and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Khatgun village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khatgun is 563492. The village covers a total geographical area of 1183.06 hectares and falls under the 415502 pincode. Rahimatpur is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Khatgun 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 Khatgun
As per Census 2011, Khatgun village has a total population of 3,256 people, consisting of 1,642 males and 1,614 females. The village has 712 households and a sex ratio of 982 females per 1,000 males. There are 347 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,506 literate and 750 illiterate residents. Additionally, 396 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 66 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khatgun are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,256 | 1,642 | 1,614 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 347 | 177 | 170 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 396 | 191 | 205 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 66 | 33 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 2,506 | 1,368 | 1,138 |
| Illiterate Population | 750 | 274 | 476 |
Nearby Villages of Khatgun
Khatgun 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gadewadi | South-West | 2.23 km |
| Amalewadi | South | 2.85 km |
| Pusegaon | North | 3.83 km |
| Bhandewadi | South-East | 4.00 km |
| Visapur | West | 4.02 km |
| Jakhangaon | South | 4.03 km |
| Katgun | North-East | 4.12 km |
| Revalkarwadi | West | 4.56 km |
| Khatav | East | 5.14 km |
| Ner | North | 5.86 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khatgun
Khatgun is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Rahimatpur, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 85.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rahimatpur to Khatgun is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Khatgun is about 40 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 Khatgun
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khatgun 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khatgun
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khatgun village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Khatgun
Where is Khatgun located?
Khatgun village is located in Khatav Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khatgun?
Khatgun is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khatgun?
The pincode of Khatgun is 415502.
What is the population of Khatgun?
Khatgun has a total population of 3,256, including 1,642 males and 1,614 females.
How many households are there in Khatgun?
There are 712 households in Khatgun.
What is the literacy rate in Khatgun?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khatgun is 76.97%. Male literacy is 83.31% and female literacy is 70.51%.