Dusale - Patan, Satara
Dusale 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 43 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Dusale village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dusale is 564230. The village covers a total geographical area of 258 hectares and falls under the 415014 pincode. Satara is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Dusale 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 Dusale
According to the 2011 Census, Dusale village had a total population of 486 people, including 242 males and 244 females, living in 107 households. The sex ratio was 1,008 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.82%, with male literacy at 91.59% and female literacy at 70.54%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 11, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 18.
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 | 486 | 242 | 244 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 28 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 4 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 18 | 9 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 354 | 196 | 158 |
| Illiterate Population | 132 | 46 | 86 |
Nearby Villages of Dusale
Dusale 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Keloli | South-West | 1.60 km |
| Vajroshi | North-West | 1.88 km |
| Virewadi | South | 2.19 km |
| Pathavade | South-West | 2.82 km |
| Vekhandwadi | North-East | 2.95 km |
| Chorajwadi | East | 3.08 km |
| Dhavarwadi | North-East | 3.48 km |
| Padloshi | South-West | 3.90 km |
| Nanegaon Kh. | South-East | 3.97 km |
| Kharadwadi | South | 4.07 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dusale
Dusale 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 72.9 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 Satara to Dusale is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dusale
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dusale 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dusale
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dusale 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 Dusale
Where is Dusale located?
Dusale village is located in Patan Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Dusale?
Dusale is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dusale?
The pincode of Dusale is 415014.
What is the population of Dusale?
Dusale had a total population of 486, including 242 males and 244 females.
How many households are there in Dusale?
Dusale had 107 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dusale?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dusale was 80.82%. Male literacy was 91.59% and female literacy was 70.54%.