Mharwand - Patan, Satara
Mharwand 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 92 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Nivakane serves as the Village Panchayat for Mharwand village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mharwand is 564234. The village covers a total geographical area of 460.29 hectares and falls under the 415206 pincode. Karad is the nearest town, located about 62 km away.
Mharwand 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 Mharwand
According to the 2011 Census, Mharwand village had a total population of 615 people, including 314 males and 301 females, living in 114 households. The sex ratio was 959 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.66%, with male literacy at 87.55% and female literacy at 61.33%.
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 | 615 | 314 | 301 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 94 | 49 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 389 | 232 | 157 |
| Illiterate Population | 226 | 82 | 144 |
Nearby Villages of Mharwand
Mharwand 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 Mharwand
Public transport in the Mharwand is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Mharwand is about 62 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Mharwand is about 92 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mharwand
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mharwand 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 Mharwand
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mharwand 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 Mharwand
Where is Mharwand located?
Mharwand village is located in Patan Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Mharwand?
The Village Panchayat of Mharwand is Nivakane.
What is the pincode of Mharwand?
The pincode of Mharwand is 415206.
What is the population of Mharwand?
Mharwand had a total population of 615, including 314 males and 301 females.
How many households are there in Mharwand?
Mharwand had 114 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mharwand?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mharwand was 74.66%. Male literacy was 87.55% and female literacy was 61.33%.