Konjavade - Patan, Satara
Konjavade is a village situated in the Patan tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Patan and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Konjavade village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Konjavade is 564203. The village covers a total geographical area of 468.42 hectares and falls under the 415207 pincode. Satara is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Konjavade 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 Konjavade
As per Census 2011, Konjavade village has a total population of 1,092 people, consisting of 520 males and 572 females. The village has 277 households and a sex ratio of 1,100 females per 1,000 males. There are 122 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 796 literate and 296 illiterate residents. Additionally, 154 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Konjavade are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,092 | 520 | 572 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 122 | 70 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 154 | 64 | 90 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 796 | 407 | 389 |
| Illiterate Population | 296 | 113 | 183 |
Nearby Villages of Konjavade
Konjavade 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhudakewadi | West | 1.49 km |
| Nune | East | 1.82 km |
| Kadave Bk. | North-West | 2.63 km |
| Dutalwadi | East | 3.14 km |
| Tarale | South | 3.22 km |
| Awarde | West | 3.39 km |
| Saspade | East | 3.69 km |
| Rahude | South-East | 3.71 km |
| Mandave | North | 3.80 km |
| Ambale | South-West | 3.88 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Konjavade
Public transport in the Konjavade is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Targaon, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 77.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Satara to Konjavade is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Konjavade
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Konjavade 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Konjavade
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Konjavade village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Konjavade
Where is Konjavade located?
Konjavade village is located in Patan Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Konjavade?
Konjavade is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Konjavade?
The pincode of Konjavade is 415207.
What is the population of Konjavade?
Konjavade has a total population of 1,092, including 520 males and 572 females.
How many households are there in Konjavade?
There are 277 households in Konjavade.
What is the literacy rate in Konjavade?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Konjavade is 72.89%. Male literacy is 78.27% and female literacy is 68.01%.