Donichawada - Patan, Satara
Donichawada is a village situated in the Patan tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Patan and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Vanzole serves as the Village Panchayat for Donichawada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Donichawada is 564160. The village covers a total geographical area of 119.58 hectares and falls under the 415206 pincode. Karad is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Donichawada 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 Donichawada
According to the 2011 Census, Donichawada village had a total population of 440 people, including 222 males and 218 females, living in 89 households. The sex ratio was 982 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.01%, with male literacy at 79.68% and female literacy at 44.79%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
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 | 440 | 222 | 218 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 35 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 235 | 149 | 86 |
| Illiterate Population | 205 | 73 | 132 |
Nearby Villages of Donichawada
Donichawada 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 Donichawada
Public transport in the Donichawada is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Karad to Donichawada is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Donichawada is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Donichawada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Donichawada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Donichawada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Donichawada 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 Donichawada
Where is Donichawada located?
Donichawada village is located in Patan Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Donichawada?
The Village Panchayat of Donichawada is Vanzole.
What is the pincode of Donichawada?
The pincode of Donichawada is 415206.
What is the population of Donichawada?
Donichawada had a total population of 440, including 222 males and 218 females.
How many households are there in Donichawada?
Donichawada had 89 households.
What is the literacy rate in Donichawada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Donichawada was 62.01%. Male literacy was 79.68% and female literacy was 44.79%.