Padal
Padal is a village located in Khatav tehsil of Satara district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Vaduj (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Satara. As per 2009 stats, Padal village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Padal unique in its vibrant Khatav-Satara region. You’ll see Padal’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Padal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Padal is 563568. The village spans a total geographical area of 1142 hectares. Vita is nearest town to Padal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 32km away.
When it comes to local governance, Padal village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Man Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Madha Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Padal
Population of Padal
According to the 2011 Census, Padal has a total population of about 1,604, with approximately 791 males and 813 females. The sex ratio is around 1027 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 190 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 283 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 4. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.90%, with male literacy at about 74.46% and female literacy near 59.53%. There are around 308 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Padal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,604 | 791 | 813 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 190 | 94 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 283 | 144 | 139 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,073 | 589 | 484 |
| Illiterate Population | 531 | 202 | 329 |
Connectivity of Padal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Padal. As per the 2011 stats, Padal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Padal
Knowing the nearby villages of Padal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Padal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Padal
- Where is Padal located?
- Padal village is situated in Khatav Tehsil, within the Satara district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Padal?
- Padal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Padal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Padal is 1,604, with 791 males and 813 females.
- How many households are there in Padal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Padal village has a total of 308 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Padal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Padal is 66.90%. The male literacy rate is 74.46%, while the female literacy rate is 59.53%.