Gondavale Kh. - Man, Satara
Gondavale Kh. is a village situated in the Man tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dahiwadi and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Gondavale-kd. serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gondavale Kh. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gondavale Kh. is 563428. The village covers a total geographical area of 2324.78 hectares and falls under the 415540 pincode. Mhaswad is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Gondavale Kh. 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 Kh.
As per Census 2011, Gondavale Kh. village has a total population of 2,824 people, consisting of 1,379 males and 1,445 females. The village has 632 households and a sex ratio of 1,047 females per 1,000 males. There are 300 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,908 literate and 916 illiterate residents. Additionally, 795 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gondavale Kh. are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,824 | 1,379 | 1,445 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 300 | 145 | 155 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 795 | 384 | 411 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,908 | 1,036 | 872 |
| Illiterate Population | 916 | 343 | 573 |
Nearby Villages of Gondavale Kh.
Gondavale Kh. 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lodhavade | South-East | 3.76 km |
| Gondavale Bk. | West | 3.97 km |
| Jashi | North-East | 5.90 km |
| Ranand | North-East | 5.93 km |
| Pimpari | South-East | 5.98 km |
| Kalewadi | South | 6.13 km |
| Kiraksal | South-West | 6.80 km |
| Shevari | North | 6.84 km |
| Mankarnawadi | East | 7.02 km |
| Pingali Kh. | West | 8.02 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gondavale Kh.
Gondavale Kh. 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 89.7 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 Kh. is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Gondavale Kh. is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gondavale Kh.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gondavale Kh. village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gondavale Kh.
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 Kh. 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Gondavale Kh.
Where is Gondavale Kh. located?
Gondavale Kh. village is located in Man Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gondavale Kh.?
The Gram Panchayat of Gondavale Kh. is Gondavale-kd..
What is the pincode of Gondavale Kh.?
The pincode of Gondavale Kh. is 415540.
What is the population of Gondavale Kh.?
Gondavale Kh. has a total population of 2,824, including 1,379 males and 1,445 females.
How many households are there in Gondavale Kh.?
There are 632 households in Gondavale Kh..
What is the literacy rate in Gondavale Kh.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gondavale Kh. is 67.56%. Male literacy is 75.13% and female literacy is 60.35%.