Sap - Koregaon, Satara
Sap is a village situated in the Koregaon tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Koregaon and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Sap village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sap is 563724. The village covers a total geographical area of 1198 hectares and falls under the 415511 pincode. Rahimatpur is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Sap 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 Sap
As per Census 2011, Sap village has a total population of 3,048 people, consisting of 1,518 males and 1,530 females. The village has 702 households and a sex ratio of 1,007 females per 1,000 males. There are 258 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,382 literate and 666 illiterate residents. Additionally, 253 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sap are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,048 | 1,518 | 1,530 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 258 | 130 | 128 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 253 | 117 | 136 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 1 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 2,382 | 1,262 | 1,120 |
| Illiterate Population | 666 | 256 | 410 |
Nearby Villages of Sap
Sap 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ambheri | North-East | 3.38 km |
| Apshinge | North | 3.55 km |
| Velu | East | 3.82 km |
| Pimpri | South | 3.89 km |
| Jaipur | South-East | 4.81 km |
| Surli | South-West | 5.06 km |
| Katewadi | North | 5.85 km |
| Kanherkhed | North | 6.05 km |
| Sasurve | North-West | 6.30 km |
| Ambheri | East | 6.47 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sap
Sap is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Rahimatpur, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 78.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Sap is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Sap is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sap
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sap village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sap
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sap village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sap
Where is Sap located?
Sap village is located in Koregaon Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sap?
Sap is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sap?
The pincode of Sap is 415511.
What is the population of Sap?
Sap has a total population of 3,048, including 1,518 males and 1,530 females.
How many households are there in Sap?
There are 702 households in Sap.
What is the literacy rate in Sap?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sap is 78.15%. Male literacy is 83.14% and female literacy is 73.20%.