Gamewadi - Patan, Satara
Gamewadi is a village situated in the Patan tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Patan and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Gamewadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gamewadi is 564293. The village covers a total geographical area of 92.49 hectares and falls under the 415520 pincode. Karad is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Gamewadi 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 Gamewadi
As per Census 2011, Gamewadi village has a total population of 365 people, consisting of 175 males and 190 females. The village has 86 households and a sex ratio of 1,085 females per 1,000 males. There are 37 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 266 literate and 99 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gamewadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 365 | 175 | 190 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 21 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 266 | 141 | 125 |
| Illiterate Population | 99 | 34 | 65 |
Nearby Villages of Gamewadi
Gamewadi 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 Gamewadi
Gamewadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Gamewadi is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Gamewadi is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gamewadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gamewadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gamewadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gamewadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gamewadi
Where is Gamewadi located?
Gamewadi village is located in Patan Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gamewadi?
Gamewadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gamewadi?
The pincode of Gamewadi is 415520.
What is the population of Gamewadi?
Gamewadi has a total population of 365, including 175 males and 190 females.
How many households are there in Gamewadi?
There are 86 households in Gamewadi.
What is the literacy rate in Gamewadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gamewadi is 72.88%. Male literacy is 80.57% and female literacy is 65.79%.