Gureghar - Patan, Satara
Gureghar is a village situated in the Patan tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Patan and around 71 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Pachagani serves as the Village Panchayat for Gureghar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gureghar is 564328. The village covers a total geographical area of 136.4 hectares and falls under the 415206 pincode. Karad is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Gureghar 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 Gureghar
According to the 2011 Census, Gureghar village had a total population of 217 people, including 112 males and 105 females, living in 40 households. The sex ratio was 938 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.60%, with male literacy at 88.78% and female literacy at 78.02%. 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 | 217 | 112 | 105 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 14 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 158 | 87 | 71 |
| Illiterate Population | 59 | 25 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Gureghar
Gureghar 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 Gureghar
Public transport in the Gureghar is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Gureghar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karad to Gureghar is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Gureghar is about 71 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gureghar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gureghar 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 Gureghar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gureghar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gureghar
Where is Gureghar located?
Gureghar village is located in Patan Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Gureghar?
The Village Panchayat of Gureghar is Pachagani.
What is the pincode of Gureghar?
The pincode of Gureghar is 415206.
What is the population of Gureghar?
Gureghar had a total population of 217, including 112 males and 105 females.
How many households are there in Gureghar?
Gureghar had 40 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gureghar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gureghar was 83.60%. Male literacy was 88.78% and female literacy was 78.02%.