Walne - Mahabaleshwar, Satara
Walne is a village situated in the Mahabaleshwar tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahabaleshwar and around 93 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Walane serves as the Gram Panchayat for Walne village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Walne is 563013. The village covers a total geographical area of 752 hectares and falls under the 412806 pincode. Mahabaleshwar is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Walne 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 Walne
As per Census 2011, Walne village has a total population of 431 people, consisting of 200 males and 231 females. The village has 122 households and a sex ratio of 1,155 females per 1,000 males. There are 50 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 248 literate and 183 illiterate residents. Additionally, 32 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Walne are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 431 | 200 | 231 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 27 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 32 | 13 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 248 | 135 | 113 |
| Illiterate Population | 183 | 65 | 118 |
Nearby Villages of Walne
Walne 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Awalan | North-West | 1.59 km |
| Ahir | South-East | 2.07 km |
| Vanavli T. Ategaon | North-East | 2.40 km |
| Velapur | North | 2.71 km |
| Pali T. Ategaon | North | 2.72 km |
| Gavadhoshi | North-West | 2.82 km |
| Akalpe | South-West | 3.57 km |
| Tapola | East | 3.58 km |
| Gadhavali | South-East | 3.87 km |
| Vengale | North-East | 4.08 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Walne
Walne is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Chiplun, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 73.5 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 Walne is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Walne is about 93 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Walne
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Walne 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Walne
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Walne 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 Walne
Where is Walne located?
Walne village is located in Mahabaleshwar Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Walne?
The Gram Panchayat of Walne is Walane.
What is the pincode of Walne?
The pincode of Walne is 412806.
What is the population of Walne?
Walne has a total population of 431, including 200 males and 231 females.
How many households are there in Walne?
There are 122 households in Walne.
What is the literacy rate in Walne?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Walne is 57.54%. Male literacy is 67.50% and female literacy is 48.92%.