Goshatwadi
Goshatwadi is a village located in Patan tehsil of Satara district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Patan (tehsildar office) and 87km away from district headquarter Satara. As per 2009 stats, Goshatwadi village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Goshatwadi unique in its vibrant Patan-Satara region. You’ll see Goshatwadi’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Goshatwadi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Goshatwadi is 564158. The village spans a total geographical area of 572.69 hectares. Karad is nearest town to Goshatwadi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 50km away.
When it comes to local governance, Goshatwadi village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Patan Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Satara Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Goshatwadi
Population of Goshatwadi
According to the 2011 Census, Goshatwadi has a total population of about 1,061, with approximately 529 males and 532 females. The sex ratio is around 1005 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 119 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 48 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2. The overall literacy rate is approximately 65.88%, with male literacy at about 77.88% and female literacy near 53.95%. There are around 208 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Goshatwadi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,061 | 529 | 532 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 119 | 59 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 48 | 21 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | N/A | 2 |
| Literate Population | 699 | 412 | 287 |
| Illiterate Population | 362 | 117 | 245 |
Connectivity of Goshatwadi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Goshatwadi. As per the 2011 stats, Goshatwadi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Goshatwadi
Knowing the nearby villages of Goshatwadi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Goshatwadi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Goshatwadi
- Where is Goshatwadi located?
- Goshatwadi village is situated in Patan Tehsil, within the Satara district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Goshatwadi?
- Goshatwadi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Goshatwadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Goshatwadi is 1,061, with 529 males and 532 females.
- How many households are there in Goshatwadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Goshatwadi village has a total of 208 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Goshatwadi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Goshatwadi is 65.88%. The male literacy rate is 77.88%, while the female literacy rate is 53.95%.