Adul - Patan, Satara
Adul is a village situated in the Patan tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Patan and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Adul Peth serves as the Gram Panchayat for Adul village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Adul is 564275. The village covers a total geographical area of 420.5 hectares and falls under the 415205 pincode. Karad is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Adul village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Patan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Satara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Adul
As per Census 2011, Adul village has a total population of 1,970 people, consisting of 970 males and 1,000 females. The village has 442 households and a sex ratio of 1,030 females per 1,000 males. There are 187 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,412 literate and 558 illiterate residents. Additionally, 222 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 60 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Adul are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,970 | 970 | 1,000 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 187 | 96 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 222 | 104 | 118 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 60 | 34 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 1,412 | 774 | 638 |
| Illiterate Population | 558 | 196 | 362 |
Nearby Villages of Adul
Adul 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lugadewadi | North-West | 1.78 km |
| Nadoli | North-East | 1.93 km |
| Digewadi | North | 2.17 km |
| Naralwadi | East | 2.43 km |
| Harugdewadi | East | 2.67 km |
| Nade | South-East | 2.78 km |
| Yerphale | North-West | 2.91 km |
| Gavhanwadi | South | 3.00 km |
| Tripudi | West | 3.14 km |
| Chopdarwadi | South | 3.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Adul
Adul is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Masur, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 65.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karad to Adul is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Adul is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Adul
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Adul village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Adul
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Adul village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Adul
Where is Adul located?
Adul village is located in Patan Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Adul?
The Gram Panchayat of Adul is Adul Peth.
What is the pincode of Adul?
The pincode of Adul is 415205.
What is the population of Adul?
Adul has a total population of 1,970, including 970 males and 1,000 females.
How many households are there in Adul?
There are 442 households in Adul.
What is the literacy rate in Adul?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Adul is 71.68%. Male literacy is 79.79% and female literacy is 63.80%.