Gadhavkhop - Patan, Satara
Gadhavkhop is a village situated in the Patan tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Patan and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Gadkhop serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gadhavkhop village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gadhavkhop is 564142. The village covers a total geographical area of 406 hectares and falls under the 415207 pincode. Karad is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Gadhavkhop 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 Gadhavkhop
As per Census 2011, Gadhavkhop village has a total population of 471 people, consisting of 232 males and 239 females. The village has 103 households and a sex ratio of 1,030 females per 1,000 males. There are 51 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 365 literate and 106 illiterate residents. Additionally, 94 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gadhavkhop are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 471 | 232 | 239 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 25 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 94 | 45 | 49 |
| Literate Population | 365 | 199 | 166 |
| Illiterate Population | 106 | 33 | 73 |
Nearby Villages of Gadhavkhop
Gadhavkhop 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 Gadhavkhop
Public transport in the Gadhavkhop is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Karad to Gadhavkhop is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Gadhavkhop is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gadhavkhop
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gadhavkhop 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 Gadhavkhop
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gadhavkhop 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 Gadhavkhop
Where is Gadhavkhop located?
Gadhavkhop village is located in Patan Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gadhavkhop?
The Gram Panchayat of Gadhavkhop is Gadkhop.
What is the pincode of Gadhavkhop?
The pincode of Gadhavkhop is 415207.
What is the population of Gadhavkhop?
Gadhavkhop has a total population of 471, including 232 males and 239 females.
How many households are there in Gadhavkhop?
There are 103 households in Gadhavkhop.
What is the literacy rate in Gadhavkhop?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gadhavkhop is 77.49%. Male literacy is 85.78% and female literacy is 69.46%.