Garadachiwadi - Man, Satara
Garadachiwadi 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 54 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Warugad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garadachiwadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garadachiwadi is 563361. The village covers a total geographical area of 278 hectares and falls under the 415540 pincode. Phaltan is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Garadachiwadi 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 Garadachiwadi
According to the 2011 Census, Garadachiwadi village had a total population of 213 people, including 109 males and 104 females, living in 42 households. The sex ratio was 954 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.23%, with male literacy at 73.20% and female literacy at 63.16%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 4.
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 | 213 | 109 | 104 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 12 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 131 | 71 | 60 |
| Illiterate Population | 82 | 38 | 44 |
Nearby Villages of Garadachiwadi
Garadachiwadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ugalyachiwadi | South-East | 2.58 km |
| Khandyachiwadi | South-East | 3.15 km |
| Varugad | East | 3.57 km |
| Bodkewadi | North-West | 4.07 km |
| Girvi | North | 4.37 km |
| Gadewadi | South-West | 5.25 km |
| Dhumalwadi | North-East | 5.34 km |
| Upalave | West | 5.42 km |
| Shindi Kh | South | 5.89 km |
| Parkhandi | South | 6.36 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garadachiwadi
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Garadachiwadi. The nearest railway station is Adarki, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 76.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Phaltan to Garadachiwadi is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Garadachiwadi is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garadachiwadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garadachiwadi 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Garadachiwadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garadachiwadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Garadachiwadi
Where is Garadachiwadi located?
Garadachiwadi village is located in Man Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garadachiwadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Garadachiwadi is Warugad.
What is the pincode of Garadachiwadi?
The pincode of Garadachiwadi is 415540.
What is the population of Garadachiwadi?
Garadachiwadi had a total population of 213, including 109 males and 104 females.
How many households are there in Garadachiwadi?
Garadachiwadi had 42 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garadachiwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garadachiwadi was 68.23%. Male literacy was 73.20% and female literacy was 63.16%.