Bandhvat - Patan, Satara
Bandhvat is a village situated in the Patan tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Patan and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Bandhvat village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bandhvat is 564228. The village covers a total geographical area of 273 hectares and falls under the 415206 pincode. Satara is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Bandhvat 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 Bandhvat
According to the 2011 Census, Bandhvat village had a total population of 296 people, including 123 males and 173 females, living in 72 households. The sex ratio was 1,407 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.06%, with male literacy at 91.51% and female literacy at 62.50%.
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 | 296 | 123 | 173 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 17 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 197 | 97 | 100 |
| Illiterate Population | 99 | 26 | 73 |
Nearby Villages of Bandhvat
Bandhvat 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 Bandhvat
Bandhvat is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Satara to Bandhvat is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bandhvat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bandhvat village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bandhvat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bandhvat 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bandhvat
Where is Bandhvat located?
Bandhvat village is located in Patan Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Bandhvat?
Bandhvat is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bandhvat?
The pincode of Bandhvat is 415206.
What is the population of Bandhvat?
Bandhvat had a total population of 296, including 123 males and 173 females.
How many households are there in Bandhvat?
Bandhvat had 72 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bandhvat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bandhvat was 74.06%. Male literacy was 91.51% and female literacy was 62.50%.