Khokade - Man, Satara
Khokade is a village situated in the Man tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dahiwadi and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Kulakjai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khokade village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khokade is 563367. The village covers a total geographical area of 329.12 hectares and falls under the 415503 pincode. Mhaswad is the nearest town, located about 68 km away.
Khokade 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 Khokade
As per Census 2011, Khokade village has a total population of 235 people, consisting of 117 males and 118 females. The village has 59 households and a sex ratio of 1,008 females per 1,000 males. There are 25 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 143 literate and 92 illiterate residents. Additionally, 37 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khokade are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 235 | 117 | 118 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 10 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 37 | 20 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 143 | 85 | 58 |
| Illiterate Population | 92 | 32 | 60 |
Nearby Villages of Khokade
Khokade 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kalaskarwadi | North-East | 2.43 km |
| Kulakjai | South-East | 2.47 km |
| Gadewadi | East | 3.47 km |
| Veloshi | North-West | 3.59 km |
| Rajapur | West | 3.74 km |
| Bothe | South | 4.29 km |
| Shindi Kh | East | 5.03 km |
| Garavadi | West | 5.68 km |
| Tardaf | North-West | 5.89 km |
| Upalave | North | 6.08 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khokade
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Khokade. The nearest railway station is Adarki, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 77.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Khokade is about 68 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Khokade is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khokade
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khokade 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Khokade
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khokade 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Khokade
Where is Khokade located?
Khokade village is located in Man Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khokade?
The Gram Panchayat of Khokade is Kulakjai.
What is the pincode of Khokade?
The pincode of Khokade is 415503.
What is the population of Khokade?
Khokade has a total population of 235, including 117 males and 118 females.
How many households are there in Khokade?
There are 59 households in Khokade.
What is the literacy rate in Khokade?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khokade is 60.85%. Male literacy is 72.65% and female literacy is 49.15%.