Valai - Man, Satara
Valai is a village situated in the Man tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dahiwadi and around 112 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Walai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Valai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Valai is 563444. The village covers a total geographical area of 2301 hectares and falls under the 415540 pincode. Mhaswad is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Valai 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 Valai
As per Census 2011, Valai village has a total population of 1,678 people, consisting of 811 males and 867 females. The village has 382 households and a sex ratio of 1,069 females per 1,000 males. There are 221 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 838 literate and 840 illiterate residents. Additionally, 162 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Valai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,678 | 811 | 867 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 221 | 110 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 162 | 85 | 77 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 838 | 493 | 345 |
| Illiterate Population | 840 | 318 | 522 |
Nearby Villages of Valai
Valai 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Panavan | North-East | 3.60 km |
| Virali | South | 4.04 km |
| Jambhulani | East | 5.04 km |
| Wadjal | North-West | 5.09 km |
| Dhakani | North | 5.27 km |
| Kukudwad | West | 5.37 km |
| Gulewadi | South | 6.22 km |
| Gatewadi | North | 6.70 km |
| Gangoti | North-East | 6.86 km |
| Pachwad | South-West | 7.47 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Valai
Valai 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 82.1 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 Valai is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Valai is about 112 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Valai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Valai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Valai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Valai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Valai
Where is Valai located?
Valai village is located in Man Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Valai?
The Gram Panchayat of Valai is Walai.
What is the pincode of Valai?
The pincode of Valai is 415540.
What is the population of Valai?
Valai has a total population of 1,678, including 811 males and 867 females.
How many households are there in Valai?
There are 382 households in Valai.
What is the literacy rate in Valai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Valai is 49.94%. Male literacy is 60.79% and female literacy is 39.79%.