Divad - Man, Satara
Divad is a village situated in the Man tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dahiwadi and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Divad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Divad is 563436. The village covers a total geographical area of 1656 hectares and falls under the 415509 pincode. Mhaswad is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Divad 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 Divad
As per Census 2011, Divad village has a total population of 2,755 people, consisting of 1,397 males and 1,358 females. The village has 582 households and a sex ratio of 972 females per 1,000 males. There are 295 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,891 literate and 864 illiterate residents. Additionally, 515 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Divad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,755 | 1,397 | 1,358 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 295 | 159 | 136 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 515 | 255 | 260 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,891 | 1,062 | 829 |
| Illiterate Population | 864 | 335 | 529 |
Nearby Villages of Divad
Divad 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Didwaghwadi (divad) | South-East | 2.09 km |
| Waki | North-East | 3.31 km |
| Dhamani | West | 4.39 km |
| Dhakani | South | 4.65 km |
| Mankarnawadi | North-West | 4.96 km |
| Gatewadi | South-West | 5.09 km |
| Pimpari | West | 5.70 km |
| Gangoti | South-East | 6.49 km |
| Panavan | South | 6.65 km |
| Warkute Mhaswad | North-East | 7.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Divad
Divad is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Wasud, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 89.4 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 Divad is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Divad is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Divad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Divad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Divad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Divad 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 Divad
Where is Divad located?
Divad village is located in Man Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Divad?
Divad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Divad?
The pincode of Divad is 415509.
What is the population of Divad?
Divad has a total population of 2,755, including 1,397 males and 1,358 females.
How many households are there in Divad?
There are 582 households in Divad.
What is the literacy rate in Divad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Divad is 68.64%. Male literacy is 76.02% and female literacy is 61.05%.