Maskarwadi - Patan, Satara
Maskarwadi is a village situated in the Patan tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Patan and around 107 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Maskarwadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Maskarwadi is 564450. The village covers a total geographical area of 153.95 hectares and falls under the 415520 pincode. Karad is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Maskarwadi 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 Maskarwadi
According to the 2011 Census, Maskarwadi village had a total population of 527 people, including 221 males and 306 females, living in 163 households. The sex ratio was 1,385 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.09%, with male literacy at 82.26% and female literacy at 53.60%.
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 | 527 | 221 | 306 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 35 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 302 | 153 | 149 |
| Illiterate Population | 225 | 68 | 157 |
Nearby Villages of Maskarwadi
Maskarwadi 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 Maskarwadi
Maskarwadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Maskarwadi is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Maskarwadi is about 107 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Maskarwadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Maskarwadi 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 Maskarwadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Maskarwadi 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Maskarwadi
Where is Maskarwadi located?
Maskarwadi village is located in Patan Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Maskarwadi?
Maskarwadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Maskarwadi?
The pincode of Maskarwadi is 415520.
What is the population of Maskarwadi?
Maskarwadi had a total population of 527, including 221 males and 306 females.
How many households are there in Maskarwadi?
Maskarwadi had 163 households.
What is the literacy rate in Maskarwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Maskarwadi was 65.09%. Male literacy was 82.26% and female literacy was 53.60%.