Petpar - Mahabaleshwar, Satara
Petpar is a village situated in the Mahabaleshwar tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahabaleshwar and around 74 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Parpar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Petpar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Petpar is 562937. The village covers a total geographical area of 7 hectares and falls under the 412806 pincode. Mahabaleshwar is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Petpar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Wai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Satara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Petpar
According to the 2011 Census, Petpar village had a total population of 199 people, including 99 males and 100 females, living in 46 households. The sex ratio was 1,010 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.66%, with male literacy at 87.64% and female literacy at 73.91%.
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 | 199 | 99 | 100 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 10 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 146 | 78 | 68 |
| Illiterate Population | 53 | 21 | 32 |
Nearby Villages of Petpar
Petpar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Parpar | South | 1.36 km |
| Ran Adva Gaund | North-West | 1.54 km |
| Kumbharoshi | North | 1.67 km |
| Dudhoshi | East | 1.97 km |
| Parsond | West | 2.66 km |
| Rankadsari | North-West | 2.89 km |
| Shiravali | South-East | 2.94 km |
| Birmani | South | 3.54 km |
| Dabhil | North | 3.64 km |
| Haroshi | East | 3.69 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Petpar
Public transport in the Petpar is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Diwankhavati, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 63.3 km.
| 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 Mahabaleshwar to Petpar is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Petpar is about 74 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Petpar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Petpar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Petpar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Petpar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Petpar
Where is Petpar located?
Petpar village is located in Mahabaleshwar Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Petpar?
The Gram Panchayat of Petpar is Parpar.
What is the pincode of Petpar?
The pincode of Petpar is 412806.
What is the population of Petpar?
Petpar had a total population of 199, including 99 males and 100 females.
How many households are there in Petpar?
Petpar had 46 households.
What is the literacy rate in Petpar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Petpar was 80.66%. Male literacy was 87.64% and female literacy was 73.91%.