Lotalewadi - Patan, Satara
Lotalewadi is a village situated in the Patan tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 42 km from the tehsil headquarters in Patan and around 104 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Kalgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lotalewadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lotalewadi is 564454. The village covers a total geographical area of 99.25 hectares and falls under the 415112 pincode. Karad is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Lotalewadi 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 Lotalewadi
According to the 2011 Census, Lotalewadi village had a total population of 239 people, including 102 males and 137 females, living in 72 households. The sex ratio was 1,343 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.63%, with male literacy at 74.73% and female literacy at 48.82%.
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 | 239 | 102 | 137 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 11 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 130 | 68 | 62 |
| Illiterate Population | 109 | 34 | 75 |
Nearby Villages of Lotalewadi
Lotalewadi 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 Lotalewadi
Lotalewadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Lotalewadi is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Lotalewadi is about 104 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lotalewadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lotalewadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Lotalewadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lotalewadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Lotalewadi
Where is Lotalewadi located?
Lotalewadi village is located in Patan Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lotalewadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Lotalewadi is Kalgaon.
What is the pincode of Lotalewadi?
The pincode of Lotalewadi is 415112.
What is the population of Lotalewadi?
Lotalewadi had a total population of 239, including 102 males and 137 females.
How many households are there in Lotalewadi?
Lotalewadi had 72 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lotalewadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lotalewadi was 59.63%. Male literacy was 74.73% and female literacy was 48.82%.