Katvadi - Patan, Satara
Katvadi is a village situated in the Patan tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Patan and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Katwadi serves as the Village Panchayat for Katvadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katvadi is 564262. The village covers a total geographical area of 159 hectares and falls under the 415206 pincode. Karad is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Katvadi 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 Katvadi
According to the 2011 Census, Katvadi village had a total population of 332 people, including 175 males and 157 females, living in 79 households. The sex ratio was 897 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.15%, with male literacy at 84.08% and female literacy at 58.87%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 28, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 7.
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 | 332 | 175 | 157 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 18 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 28 | 16 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 215 | 132 | 83 |
| Illiterate Population | 117 | 43 | 74 |
Nearby Villages of Katvadi
Katvadi is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Pimpaloshi | South-East | 1.17 km |
| Bondri | North-West | 1.92 km |
| Tolewadi | South | 1.95 km |
| Kavadewadi | West | 2.06 km |
| Tamkane | North | 2.35 km |
| Bibi | North-East | 2.48 km |
| Ker | North-West | 2.58 km |
| Surul | East | 3.05 km |
| Chiteghar | North | 3.41 km |
| Yerad | South-West | 3.47 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Katvadi
Katvadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Masur, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 71.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karad to Katvadi is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Katvadi is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katvadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katvadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Katvadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katvadi 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 Katvadi
Where is Katvadi located?
Katvadi village is located in Patan Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Katvadi?
The Village Panchayat of Katvadi is Katwadi.
What is the pincode of Katvadi?
The pincode of Katvadi is 415206.
What is the population of Katvadi?
Katvadi had a total population of 332, including 175 males and 157 females.
How many households are there in Katvadi?
Katvadi had 79 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katvadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katvadi was 72.15%. Male literacy was 84.08% and female literacy was 58.87%.