Mardi - Man, Satara
Mardi 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. Mardi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mardi is 563402. The village covers a total geographical area of 3346 hectares and falls under the 415508 pincode. Mhaswad is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Mardi 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 Mardi
As per Census 2011, Mardi village has a total population of 4,981 people, consisting of 2,505 males and 2,476 females. The village has 1,071 households and a sex ratio of 988 females per 1,000 males. There are 508 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,306 literate and 1,675 illiterate residents. Additionally, 635 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mardi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,981 | 2,505 | 2,476 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 508 | 274 | 234 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 635 | 307 | 328 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 3,306 | 1,852 | 1,454 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,675 | 653 | 1,022 |
Nearby Villages of Mardi
Mardi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhalavadi | East | 5.33 km |
| Sokasan | West | 5.38 km |
| Khutbav | North-East | 5.66 km |
| Ranjani | South-East | 6.05 km |
| Jashi | South-West | 6.39 km |
| Palashi | South | 6.47 km |
| Ranand | South-West | 6.49 km |
| Mohi | North | 6.73 km |
| Dangirewadi (mohi) | North-West | 7.54 km |
| Injabav | East | 8.75 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mardi
Mardi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Baramati, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 96.3 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 Mardi is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Mardi 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 Mardi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mardi 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 Mardi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mardi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mardi
Where is Mardi located?
Mardi village is located in Man Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mardi?
Mardi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mardi?
The pincode of Mardi is 415508.
What is the population of Mardi?
Mardi has a total population of 4,981, including 2,505 males and 2,476 females.
How many households are there in Mardi?
There are 1,071 households in Mardi.
What is the literacy rate in Mardi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mardi is 66.37%. Male literacy is 73.93% and female literacy is 58.72%.