Durgalwadi - Koregaon, Satara
Durgalwadi is a village situated in the Koregaon tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Koregaon and around 31 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Durgalwadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Durgalwadi is 563735. The village covers a total geographical area of 213.73 hectares and falls under the 415107 pincode. Rahimatpur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Durgalwadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karad North Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Satara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Durgalwadi
As per Census 2011, Durgalwadi village has a total population of 1,150 people, consisting of 577 males and 573 females. The village has 246 households and a sex ratio of 993 females per 1,000 males. There are 117 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 854 literate and 296 illiterate residents. Additionally, 80 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Durgalwadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,150 | 577 | 573 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 117 | 61 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 80 | 42 | 38 |
| Literate Population | 854 | 477 | 377 |
| Illiterate Population | 296 | 100 | 196 |
Nearby Villages of Durgalwadi
Durgalwadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rikibadarwadi | East | 0.90 km |
| Targaon. | North-East | 2.40 km |
| Kalgaon | South | 2.52 km |
| Koparde | West | 2.69 km |
| Tukaiwadi | South-West | 2.70 km |
| Nandgaon | North | 2.71 km |
| Venegaon | North-West | 2.79 km |
| Chinchani | South | 3.11 km |
| Limbachiwadi | North-West | 3.37 km |
| Jawalwadi | North-West | 3.67 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Durgalwadi
Durgalwadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Targaon, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 72.6 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rahimatpur to Durgalwadi is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Durgalwadi is about 31 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 Durgalwadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Durgalwadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Durgalwadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Durgalwadi 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Durgalwadi
Where is Durgalwadi located?
Durgalwadi village is located in Koregaon Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Durgalwadi?
Durgalwadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Durgalwadi?
The pincode of Durgalwadi is 415107.
What is the population of Durgalwadi?
Durgalwadi has a total population of 1,150, including 577 males and 573 females.
How many households are there in Durgalwadi?
There are 246 households in Durgalwadi.
What is the literacy rate in Durgalwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Durgalwadi is 74.26%. Male literacy is 82.67% and female literacy is 65.79%.