Gondavale Bk. - Man, Satara
Gondavale Bk. is a village situated in the Man tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dahiwadi and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Gondvale- Bk. serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gondavale Bk. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gondavale Bk. is 563421. The village covers a total geographical area of 2537 hectares and falls under the 415540 pincode. Mhaswad is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Gondavale Bk. 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 Gondavale Bk.
According to the 2011 Census, Gondavale Bk. village had a total population of 7,440 people, including 3,739 males and 3,701 females, living in 1,612 households. The sex ratio was 990 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.09%, with male literacy at 86.84% and female literacy at 71.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,373, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 39.
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 | 7,440 | 3,739 | 3,701 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 894 | 465 | 429 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,373 | 685 | 688 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 39 | 17 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 5,177 | 2,843 | 2,334 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,263 | 896 | 1,367 |
Nearby Villages of Gondavale Bk.
Gondavale Bk. 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gondavale Kh. | East | 3.97 km |
| Pingali Kh. | West | 4.05 km |
| Kiraksal | South-West | 4.15 km |
| Dahivadi | North-West | 5.67 km |
| Kalewadi | South-East | 6.56 km |
| Lodhavade | South-East | 6.79 km |
| Shevari | North-East | 7.24 km |
| Dambhewadi | South | 7.51 km |
| Tadavale | South-West | 7.59 km |
| Pingali Bk | West | 7.63 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gondavale Bk.
Gondavale Bk. is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 88.8 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 Gondavale Bk. is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Gondavale Bk. is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gondavale Bk.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gondavale Bk. village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gondavale Bk.
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gondavale Bk. village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gondavale Bk.
Where is Gondavale Bk. located?
Gondavale Bk. village is located in Man Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gondavale Bk.?
The Gram Panchayat of Gondavale Bk. is Gondvale- Bk..
What is the pincode of Gondavale Bk.?
The pincode of Gondavale Bk. is 415540.
What is the population of Gondavale Bk.?
Gondavale Bk. had a total population of 7,440, including 3,739 males and 3,701 females.
How many households are there in Gondavale Bk.?
Gondavale Bk. had 1,612 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gondavale Bk.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gondavale Bk. was 79.09%. Male literacy was 86.84% and female literacy was 71.33%.