Belavade Kh. - Patan, Satara
Belavade Kh. is a village situated in the Patan tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Patan and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Belavade Kh. village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Belavade Kh. is 564342. The village covers a total geographical area of 458 hectares and falls under the 415205 pincode. Karad is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Belavade Kh. 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 Belavade Kh.
According to the 2011 Census, Belavade Kh. village had a total population of 1,922 people, including 949 males and 973 females, living in 434 households. The sex ratio was 1,025 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.77%, with male literacy at 91.44% and female literacy at 68.61%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 168, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 10.
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 | 1,922 | 949 | 973 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 177 | 96 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 168 | 84 | 84 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 1,392 | 780 | 612 |
| Illiterate Population | 530 | 169 | 361 |
Nearby Villages of Belavade Kh.
Belavade Kh. 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sulewadi | South | 1.40 km |
| Gavhanwadi | South-East | 2.04 km |
| Ambrule | West | 2.05 km |
| Sonavade | South | 2.98 km |
| Tripudi | North | 2.98 km |
| Chopdarwadi | East | 3.01 km |
| Shindewadi | South-West | 3.02 km |
| Adul | North-East | 3.20 km |
| Mulgaon | North-West | 3.46 km |
| Sangwad | East | 3.74 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Belavade Kh.
Belavade Kh. 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 64.7 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 Belavade Kh. is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Belavade Kh. is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Belavade Kh.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Belavade Kh. village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Belavade Kh.
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Belavade Kh. 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 Belavade Kh.
Where is Belavade Kh. located?
Belavade Kh. village is located in Patan Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Belavade Kh.?
Belavade Kh. is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Belavade Kh.?
The pincode of Belavade Kh. is 415205.
What is the population of Belavade Kh.?
Belavade Kh. had a total population of 1,922, including 949 males and 973 females.
How many households are there in Belavade Kh.?
Belavade Kh. had 434 households.
What is the literacy rate in Belavade Kh.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Belavade Kh. was 79.77%. Male literacy was 91.44% and female literacy was 68.61%.