Gawdewadi - Patan, Satara
Gawdewadi is a village situated in the Patan tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Patan and around 83 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Gavdewadi serves as the Village Panchayat for Gawdewadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gawdewadi is 564133. The village covers a total geographical area of 604.38 hectares and falls under the 415206 pincode. Karad is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Gawdewadi 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 Gawdewadi
According to the 2011 Census, Gawdewadi village had a total population of 760 people, including 372 males and 388 females, living in 136 households. The sex ratio was 1,043 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.34%, with male literacy at 69.93% and female literacy at 55.13%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 760 | 372 | 388 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 152 | 76 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 379 | 207 | 172 |
| Illiterate Population | 381 | 165 | 216 |
Nearby Villages of Gawdewadi
Gawdewadi 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 Gawdewadi
Public transport in the Gawdewadi is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Gawdewadi is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Gawdewadi is about 83 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 Gawdewadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gawdewadi 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 Gawdewadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gawdewadi 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 Gawdewadi
Where is Gawdewadi located?
Gawdewadi village is located in Patan Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Gawdewadi?
The Village Panchayat of Gawdewadi is Gavdewadi.
What is the pincode of Gawdewadi?
The pincode of Gawdewadi is 415206.
What is the population of Gawdewadi?
Gawdewadi had a total population of 760, including 372 males and 388 females.
How many households are there in Gawdewadi?
Gawdewadi had 136 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gawdewadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gawdewadi was 62.34%. Male literacy was 69.93% and female literacy was 55.13%.