Gherewadi - Man, Satara
Gherewadi is a village situated in the Man tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dahiwadi and around 81 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Hastanpur(gherewadi) serves as the Village Panchayat for Gherewadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gherewadi is 563384. The village covers a total geographical area of 783.07 hectares and falls under the 415508 pincode. Phaltan is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Gherewadi 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 Gherewadi
According to the 2011 Census, Gherewadi village had a total population of 358 people, including 185 males and 173 females, living in 86 households. The sex ratio was 935 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.86%, with male literacy at 92.73% and female literacy at 68.55%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 15, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 358 | 185 | 173 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 20 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 262 | 153 | 109 |
| Illiterate Population | 96 | 32 | 64 |
Nearby Villages of Gherewadi
Gherewadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rajavadi | South-West | 3.54 km |
| Thadale | South-East | 3.83 km |
| Kothale | North-East | 3.90 km |
| Pachvad | West | 4.57 km |
| Jaoli | North | 4.68 km |
| Danavalewadi | South | 5.66 km |
| Shinganapur | East | 6.01 km |
| Dangirewadi (mohi) | South-East | 6.58 km |
| Andrud | North | 6.91 km |
| Wawarhire | South | 7.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gherewadi
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Gherewadi. The nearest railway station is Baramati, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 85.5 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 Gherewadi is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Gherewadi is about 81 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 Gherewadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gherewadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gherewadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gherewadi 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 Gherewadi
Where is Gherewadi located?
Gherewadi village is located in Man Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Gherewadi?
The Village Panchayat of Gherewadi is Hastanpur(gherewadi).
What is the pincode of Gherewadi?
The pincode of Gherewadi is 415508.
What is the population of Gherewadi?
Gherewadi had a total population of 358, including 185 males and 173 females.
How many households are there in Gherewadi?
Gherewadi had 86 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gherewadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gherewadi was 80.86%. Male literacy was 92.73% and female literacy was 68.55%.