Wathar Station - Koregaon, Satara
Wathar Station is a village situated in the Koregaon tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Koregaon and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Wathar Stn. serves as the Gram Panchayat for Wathar Station village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wathar Station is 563627. The village covers a total geographical area of 1377.63 hectares and falls under the 415524 pincode. Satara is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Wathar Station 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 Wathar Station
As per Census 2011, Wathar Station village has a total population of 5,393 people, consisting of 2,697 males and 2,696 females. The village has 1,159 households and a sex ratio of 999 females per 1,000 males. There are 665 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,803 literate and 1,590 illiterate residents. Additionally, 597 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 43 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Wathar Station are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,393 | 2,697 | 2,696 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 665 | 315 | 350 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 597 | 323 | 274 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 43 | 19 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 3,803 | 2,048 | 1,755 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,590 | 649 | 941 |
Nearby Villages of Wathar Station
Wathar Station 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Taliye | South | 2.80 km |
| Dahigaon | West | 3.32 km |
| Tadawale S. Wagholi | North | 4.26 km |
| Ghigewadi | North-West | 4.33 km |
| Vikhale | East | 4.83 km |
| Deur | South-West | 5.19 km |
| Adarki Kh. | East | 5.28 km |
| Bichukale | South | 5.52 km |
| Anpatwadi | West | 5.80 km |
| Asangaon | West | 6.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Wathar Station
Wathar Station is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Wathar, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 63.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Satara to Wathar Station is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Wathar Station
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wathar Station village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Wathar Station
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Wathar Station village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Wathar Station
Where is Wathar Station located?
Wathar Station village is located in Koregaon Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Wathar Station?
The Gram Panchayat of Wathar Station is Wathar Stn..
What is the pincode of Wathar Station?
The pincode of Wathar Station is 415524.
What is the population of Wathar Station?
Wathar Station has a total population of 5,393, including 2,697 males and 2,696 females.
How many households are there in Wathar Station?
There are 1,159 households in Wathar Station.
What is the literacy rate in Wathar Station?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wathar Station is 70.52%. Male literacy is 75.94% and female literacy is 65.10%.