Pulkoti - Man, Satara
Pulkoti is a village situated in the Man tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dahiwadi and around 105 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Pulkoti village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pulkoti is 563455. The village covers a total geographical area of 2284 hectares and falls under the 415509 pincode. Mhaswad is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Pulkoti 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 Pulkoti
According to the 2011 Census, Pulkoti village had a total population of 1,247 people, including 650 males and 597 females, living in 281 households. The sex ratio was 918 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.75%, with male literacy at 88.53% and female literacy at 66.18%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 110, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 1,247 | 650 | 597 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 119 | 66 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 110 | 60 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 877 | 517 | 360 |
| Illiterate Population | 370 | 133 | 237 |
Nearby Villages of Pulkoti
Pulkoti 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shirtav | East | 2.81 km |
| Gangoti | North-West | 3.17 km |
| Jambhulani | South-West | 4.54 km |
| Bangarwadi | South | 4.56 km |
| Devapur | East | 5.46 km |
| Panavan | West | 6.12 km |
| Varkute Malavadi | South-East | 6.66 km |
| Didwaghwadi (divad) | North-West | 7.32 km |
| Palsavade | East | 7.45 km |
| Mahabaleshwar Wadi | South | 7.53 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pulkoti
Pulkoti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Wasud, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 87.1 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 Pulkoti is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Pulkoti is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pulkoti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pulkoti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Pulkoti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pulkoti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Pulkoti
Where is Pulkoti located?
Pulkoti village is located in Man Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Pulkoti?
Pulkoti is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pulkoti?
The pincode of Pulkoti is 415509.
What is the population of Pulkoti?
Pulkoti had a total population of 1,247, including 650 males and 597 females.
How many households are there in Pulkoti?
Pulkoti had 281 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pulkoti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pulkoti was 77.75%. Male literacy was 88.53% and female literacy was 66.18%.