Varkute Malavadi - Man, Satara
Varkute Malavadi is a village situated in the Man tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 47 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dahiwadi and around 107 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Varkute Malavadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Varkute Malavadi is 563459. The village covers a total geographical area of 3505.05 hectares and falls under the 415509 pincode. Mhaswad is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Varkute 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 Varkute Malavadi
As per Census 2011, Varkute Malavadi village has a total population of 4,047 people, consisting of 2,028 males and 2,019 females. The village has 925 households and a sex ratio of 995 females per 1,000 males. There are 512 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,452 literate and 1,595 illiterate residents. Additionally, 764 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Varkute Malavadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,047 | 2,028 | 2,019 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 512 | 281 | 231 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 764 | 383 | 381 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 2,452 | 1,356 | 1,096 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,595 | 672 | 923 |
Nearby Villages of Varkute Malavadi
Varkute 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kuranewadi | East | 2.49 km |
| Bangarwadi | West | 4.05 km |
| Mahabaleshwar Wadi | South-West | 4.60 km |
| Palsavade | North-East | 4.96 km |
| Shirtav | North | 5.50 km |
| Shenwadi | South-West | 5.97 km |
| Palaskhel | East | 6.20 km |
| Devapur | North | 6.27 km |
| Pulkoti | North-West | 6.66 km |
| Nimbawade | South-East | 6.99 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Varkute Malavadi
Varkute Malavadi 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 85.6 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 Varkute Malavadi is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Varkute Malavadi is about 107 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Varkute Malavadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Varkute Malavadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Varkute 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 Varkute 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Varkute Malavadi
Where is Varkute Malavadi located?
Varkute Malavadi village is located in Man Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Varkute Malavadi?
Varkute Malavadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Varkute Malavadi?
The pincode of Varkute Malavadi is 415509.
What is the population of Varkute Malavadi?
Varkute Malavadi has a total population of 4,047, including 2,028 males and 2,019 females.
How many households are there in Varkute Malavadi?
There are 925 households in Varkute Malavadi.
What is the literacy rate in Varkute Malavadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Varkute Malavadi is 60.59%. Male literacy is 66.86% and female literacy is 54.28%.