Gangoti - Man, Satara
Gangoti is a village situated in the Man tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dahiwadi and around 105 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Gangoti village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gangoti is 563456. The village covers a total geographical area of 2654 hectares and falls under the 415509 pincode. Mhaswad is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Gangoti 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 Gangoti
According to the 2011 Census, Gangoti village had a total population of 1,540 people, including 802 males and 738 females, living in 315 households. The sex ratio was 920 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.82%, with male literacy at 74.96% and female literacy at 49.61%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 174.
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 | 1,540 | 802 | 738 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 206 | 107 | 99 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 174 | 90 | 84 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 838 | 521 | 317 |
| Illiterate Population | 702 | 281 | 421 |
Nearby Villages of Gangoti
Gangoti 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pulkoti | South-East | 3.17 km |
| Panavan | South-West | 3.55 km |
| Didwaghwadi (divad) | North-West | 4.40 km |
| Jambhulani | South | 4.68 km |
| Dhakani | West | 5.64 km |
| Shirtav | East | 5.74 km |
| Divad | North-West | 6.49 km |
| Bangarwadi | South-East | 6.81 km |
| Valai | South-West | 6.86 km |
| Gatewadi | West | 7.94 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gangoti
Gangoti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Wasud, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 87.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Mhaswad to Gangoti is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Gangoti is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gangoti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gangoti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gangoti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gangoti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gangoti
Where is Gangoti located?
Gangoti village is located in Man Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gangoti?
Gangoti is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gangoti?
The pincode of Gangoti is 415509.
What is the population of Gangoti?
Gangoti had a total population of 1,540, including 802 males and 738 females.
How many households are there in Gangoti?
Gangoti had 315 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gangoti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gangoti was 62.82%. Male literacy was 74.96% and female literacy was 49.61%.