Andhali - Man, Satara
Andhali is a village situated in the Man tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dahiwadi and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Andhali village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Andhali is 563376. The village covers a total geographical area of 1855 hectares and falls under the 415508 pincode. Mhaswad is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Andhali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Man Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Andhali
As per Census 2011, Andhali village has a total population of 3,975 people, consisting of 2,025 males and 1,950 females. The village has 888 households and a sex ratio of 962 females per 1,000 males. There are 480 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,560 literate and 1,415 illiterate residents. Additionally, 429 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Andhali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,975 | 2,025 | 1,950 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 480 | 244 | 236 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 429 | 230 | 199 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 2,560 | 1,408 | 1,152 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,415 | 617 | 798 |
Nearby Villages of Andhali
Andhali 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kasarwadi | South | 1.97 km |
| Malavadi | West | 2.27 km |
| Bodake | East | 3.42 km |
| Mahimangad | South | 4.12 km |
| Bhandavali | North-West | 4.43 km |
| Satrewadi | West | 4.56 km |
| Parkhandi | North | 4.68 km |
| Takewadi | North-East | 5.32 km |
| Kolewadi | South-West | 5.48 km |
| Shindi Bk. | South-East | 6.00 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Andhali
Andhali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Koregaon, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 84.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mhaswad to Andhali is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Andhali is about 15 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 Andhali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Andhali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Andhali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Andhali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Andhali
Where is Andhali located?
Andhali village is located in Man Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Andhali?
Andhali is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Andhali?
The pincode of Andhali is 415508.
What is the population of Andhali?
Andhali has a total population of 3,975, including 2,025 males and 1,950 females.
How many households are there in Andhali?
There are 888 households in Andhali.
What is the literacy rate in Andhali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Andhali is 64.40%. Male literacy is 69.53% and female literacy is 59.08%.