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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Gawdewadi village has a total population of 760 people, consisting of 372 males and 388 females. The village has 136 households and a sex ratio of 1,043 females per 1,000 males. There are 152 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 379 literate and 381 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gawdewadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 760 | 372 | 388 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 152 | 76 | 76 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| 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 gram panchayat of Gawdewadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Gawdewadi is Gavdewadi.
What is the pincode of Gawdewadi?
The pincode of Gawdewadi is 415206.
What is the population of Gawdewadi?
Gawdewadi has a total population of 760, including 372 males and 388 females.
How many households are there in Gawdewadi?
There are 136 households in Gawdewadi.
What is the literacy rate in Gawdewadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gawdewadi is 49.87%. Male literacy is 55.65% and female literacy is 44.33%.