Mol - Khatav, Satara
Mol is a village situated in the Khatav tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vaduj and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Mol village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mol is 563464. The village covers a total geographical area of 1933 hectares and falls under the 415504 pincode. Phaltan is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Mol 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 Mol
As per Census 2011, Mol village has a total population of 2,161 people, consisting of 1,068 males and 1,093 females. The village has 508 households and a sex ratio of 1,023 females per 1,000 males. There are 176 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,566 literate and 595 illiterate residents. Additionally, 155 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 14 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mol are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,161 | 1,068 | 1,093 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 176 | 79 | 97 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 155 | 74 | 81 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 1,566 | 858 | 708 |
| Illiterate Population | 595 | 210 | 385 |
Nearby Villages of Mol
Mol 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nagewadi | West | 2.75 km |
| Shedagewadi | East | 2.81 km |
| Pandharwadi | South | 2.98 km |
| Chinchani | South-West | 3.03 km |
| Manjarwadi | North | 3.18 km |
| Chilewadi | North-West | 4.11 km |
| Diskal | South-East | 4.27 km |
| Anpatwadi | South | 4.42 km |
| Kalewadi | South-West | 4.66 km |
| Hasewadi | North-West | 5.29 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mol
Mol is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Adarki, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 70.9 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 Phaltan to Mol is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Mol is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mol village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mol village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Mol
Where is Mol located?
Mol village is located in Khatav Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mol?
Mol is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mol?
The pincode of Mol is 415504.
What is the population of Mol?
Mol has a total population of 2,161, including 1,068 males and 1,093 females.
How many households are there in Mol?
There are 508 households in Mol.
What is the literacy rate in Mol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mol is 72.47%. Male literacy is 80.34% and female literacy is 64.78%.