Lodhavade - Man, Satara
Lodhavade is a village situated in the Man tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dahiwadi and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Lodhavade village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lodhavade is 563433. The village covers a total geographical area of 1233 hectares and falls under the 415540 pincode. Mhaswad is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Lodhavade 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 Lodhavade
As per Census 2011, Lodhavade village has a total population of 2,070 people, consisting of 1,023 males and 1,047 females. The village has 484 households and a sex ratio of 1,023 females per 1,000 males. There are 196 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,387 literate and 683 illiterate residents. Additionally, 399 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 23 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lodhavade are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,070 | 1,023 | 1,047 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 196 | 104 | 92 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 399 | 198 | 201 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 23 | 10 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 1,387 | 745 | 642 |
| Illiterate Population | 683 | 278 | 405 |
Nearby Villages of Lodhavade
Lodhavade 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pimpari | East | 2.97 km |
| Gondavale Kh. | North-West | 3.76 km |
| Kalewadi | South-West | 4.37 km |
| Naravane | South | 4.76 km |
| Dhamani | South-East | 4.87 km |
| Mankarnawadi | North-East | 5.46 km |
| Gatewadi | South-East | 6.59 km |
| Gondavale Bk. | North-West | 6.79 km |
| Dorgewadi (naravane) | South-West | 6.90 km |
| Jashi | North | 7.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lodhavade
Lodhavade 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 87.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mhaswad to Lodhavade is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Lodhavade is about 80 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 Lodhavade
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lodhavade village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Lodhavade
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lodhavade village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lodhavade
Where is Lodhavade located?
Lodhavade village is located in Man Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lodhavade?
Lodhavade is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lodhavade?
The pincode of Lodhavade is 415540.
What is the population of Lodhavade?
Lodhavade has a total population of 2,070, including 1,023 males and 1,047 females.
How many households are there in Lodhavade?
There are 484 households in Lodhavade.
What is the literacy rate in Lodhavade?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lodhavade is 67.00%. Male literacy is 72.83% and female literacy is 61.32%.