Dicholi - Patan, Satara
Dicholi is a village situated in the Patan tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 73 km from the tehsil headquarters in Patan and around 108 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Babarmachi Punarvasit (dicholi) serves as the Village Panchayat for Dicholi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dicholi is 564127. The village covers a total geographical area of 844.26 hectares and falls under the 415207 pincode. Karad is the nearest town, located about 83 km away.
Dicholi 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 Dicholi
According to the 2011 Census, Dicholi village had a total population of 382 people, including 200 males and 182 females, living in 37 households. The sex ratio was 910 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.69%, with male literacy at 68.67% and female literacy at 43.24%.
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 | 382 | 200 | 182 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 34 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 178 | 114 | 64 |
| Illiterate Population | 204 | 86 | 118 |
Nearby Villages of Dicholi
Dicholi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shirshinge | South-West | 3.09 km |
| Punvali | South-East | 3.88 km |
| Zadoli | South | 4.30 km |
| Nandivase | North-West | 4.82 km |
| Mouje Owali | West | 5.23 km |
| Ganeshpur | North-West | 5.65 km |
| Swayamdev | North-West | 7.20 km |
| Nawaja | South | 7.35 km |
| Kolkewadi | South-West | 7.75 km |
| Radhanagar | North-West | 8.03 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dicholi
The nearest railway station is Chiplun, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 85.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karad to Dicholi is about 83 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Dicholi is about 108 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Dicholi
Where is Dicholi located?
Dicholi village is located in Patan Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Dicholi?
The Village Panchayat of Dicholi is Babarmachi Punarvasit (dicholi).
What is the pincode of Dicholi?
The pincode of Dicholi is 415207.
What is the population of Dicholi?
Dicholi had a total population of 382, including 200 males and 182 females.
How many households are there in Dicholi?
Dicholi had 37 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dicholi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dicholi was 56.69%. Male literacy was 68.67% and female literacy was 43.24%.