Malavadi - Man, Satara
Malavadi is a village situated in the Man tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dahiwadi and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Malavadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malavadi is 563372. The village covers a total geographical area of 1468 hectares and falls under the 415508 pincode. Mhaswad is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Malavadi 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 Malavadi
As per Census 2011, Malavadi village has a total population of 2,779 people, consisting of 1,420 males and 1,359 females. The village has 615 households and a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males. There are 319 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,086 literate and 693 illiterate residents. Additionally, 394 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 19 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Malavadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,779 | 1,420 | 1,359 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 319 | 167 | 152 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 394 | 195 | 199 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 2,086 | 1,138 | 948 |
| Illiterate Population | 693 | 282 | 411 |
Nearby Villages of Malavadi
Malavadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Andhali | East | 2.27 km |
| Bhandavali | North-West | 2.39 km |
| Satrewadi | South-West | 2.97 km |
| Kasarwadi | South-East | 3.36 km |
| Parkhandi | North | 4.21 km |
| Shiravali | West | 4.45 km |
| Shindi Kh | North-West | 4.99 km |
| Kolewadi | South | 5.12 km |
| Mahimangad | South-East | 5.57 km |
| Bodake | East | 5.65 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Malavadi
Malavadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Koregaon, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 83.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Malavadi is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Malavadi 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 Malavadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malavadi 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 Malavadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malavadi 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 Malavadi
Where is Malavadi located?
Malavadi village is located in Man Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malavadi?
Malavadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Malavadi?
The pincode of Malavadi is 415508.
What is the population of Malavadi?
Malavadi has a total population of 2,779, including 1,420 males and 1,359 females.
How many households are there in Malavadi?
There are 615 households in Malavadi.
What is the literacy rate in Malavadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malavadi is 75.06%. Male literacy is 80.14% and female literacy is 69.76%.