Gatewadi - Man, Satara
Gatewadi is a village situated in the Man tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dahiwadi and around 92 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Gatewadi village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gatewadi is 563439. The village covers a total geographical area of 729.76 hectares and falls under the 415540 pincode. Mhaswad is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Gatewadi 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 Gatewadi
According to the 2011 Census, Gatewadi village had a total population of 1,375 people, including 696 males and 679 females, living in 250 households. The sex ratio was 976 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.78%, with male literacy at 65.07% and female literacy at 44.02%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 17.
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 | 1,375 | 696 | 679 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 194 | 92 | 102 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 10 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 647 | 393 | 254 |
| Illiterate Population | 728 | 303 | 425 |
Nearby Villages of Gatewadi
Gatewadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dhamani | North | 2.33 km |
| Dhakani | South-East | 2.36 km |
| Wadjal | South-West | 3.16 km |
| Pimpari | North-West | 4.73 km |
| Naravane | West | 4.73 km |
| Divad | North-East | 5.09 km |
| Didwaghwadi (divad) | East | 5.49 km |
| Panavan | South-East | 5.53 km |
| Lodhavade | North-West | 6.59 km |
| Valai | South | 6.70 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gatewadi
Public transport in the Gatewadi is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Rahimatpur, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 85.8 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 Gatewadi is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Gatewadi is about 92 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gatewadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gatewadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gatewadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gatewadi 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 Gatewadi
Where is Gatewadi located?
Gatewadi village is located in Man Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Gatewadi?
Gatewadi is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gatewadi?
The pincode of Gatewadi is 415540.
What is the population of Gatewadi?
Gatewadi had a total population of 1,375, including 696 males and 679 females.
How many households are there in Gatewadi?
Gatewadi had 250 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gatewadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gatewadi was 54.78%. Male literacy was 65.07% and female literacy was 44.02%.