Vadkhal (Bechirak) - Khatav, Satara
Vadkhal (Bechirak) is a village situated in the Khatav tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vaduj and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Bhosare serves as the Gram Panchayat for Vadkhal (Bechirak) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vadkhal (Bechirak) is 563513. The village covers a total geographical area of 305.96 hectares and falls under the 415527 pincode. Satara is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Vadkhal (Bechirak) 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 Vadkhal (Bechirak)
According to the 2011 Census, Vadkhal (Bechirak) village had a total population of 33 people, including 19 males and 14 females, living in 7 households. The sex ratio was 737 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.86%, with male literacy at 81.25% and female literacy at 50.00%.
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 | 33 | 19 | 14 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 19 | 13 | 6 |
| Illiterate Population | 14 | 6 | 8 |
Nearby Villages of Vadkhal (Bechirak)
Vadkhal (Bechirak) is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Vadkhal (Bechirak)
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Vadkhal (Bechirak).
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Satara to Vadkhal (Bechirak) is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vadkhal (Bechirak)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vadkhal (Bechirak) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Vadkhal (Bechirak)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vadkhal (Bechirak) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Vadkhal (Bechirak)
Where is Vadkhal (Bechirak) located?
Vadkhal (Bechirak) village is located in Khatav Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vadkhal (Bechirak)?
The Gram Panchayat of Vadkhal (Bechirak) is Bhosare.
What is the pincode of Vadkhal (Bechirak)?
The pincode of Vadkhal (Bechirak) is 415527.
What is the population of Vadkhal (Bechirak)?
Vadkhal (Bechirak) had a total population of 33, including 19 males and 14 females.
How many households are there in Vadkhal (Bechirak)?
Vadkhal (Bechirak) had 7 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vadkhal (Bechirak)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vadkhal (Bechirak) was 67.86%. Male literacy was 81.25% and female literacy was 50.00%.