Pukalewadi - Man, Satara
Pukalewadi is a village situated in the Man tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 33 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dahiwadi and around 93 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Pukalewadi village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pukalewadi is 563443. The village covers a total geographical area of 843 hectares and falls under the 415509 pincode. Mhaswad is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Pukalewadi 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 Pukalewadi
According to the 2011 Census, Pukalewadi village had a total population of 914 people, including 464 males and 450 females, living in 188 households. The sex ratio was 970 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.91%, with male literacy at 68.53% and female literacy at 43.26%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 914 | 464 | 450 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 127 | 70 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 440 | 270 | 170 |
| Illiterate Population | 474 | 194 | 280 |
Nearby Villages of Pukalewadi
Pukalewadi is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Pukalewadi
Pukalewadi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| 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 Pukalewadi is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Pukalewadi is about 93 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pukalewadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pukalewadi 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 Pukalewadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pukalewadi 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 Pukalewadi
Where is Pukalewadi located?
Pukalewadi village is located in Man Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Pukalewadi?
Pukalewadi is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pukalewadi?
The pincode of Pukalewadi is 415509.
What is the population of Pukalewadi?
Pukalewadi had a total population of 914, including 464 males and 450 females.
How many households are there in Pukalewadi?
Pukalewadi had 188 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pukalewadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pukalewadi was 55.91%. Male literacy was 68.53% and female literacy was 43.26%.