Padloshi - Patan, Satara
Padloshi 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 45 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Padloshi village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padloshi is 564283. The village covers a total geographical area of 461.88 hectares and falls under the 415520 pincode. Karad is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Padloshi 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 Padloshi
According to the 2011 Census, Padloshi village had a total population of 877 people, including 435 males and 442 females, living in 223 households. The sex ratio was 1,016 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.78%, with male literacy at 87.28% and female literacy at 70.30%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 75, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 5.
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 | 877 | 435 | 442 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 42 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 75 | 35 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 1 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 620 | 343 | 277 |
| Illiterate Population | 257 | 92 | 165 |
Nearby Villages of Padloshi
Padloshi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pathavade | North | 1.46 km |
| Dhayati | South-East | 1.88 km |
| Virewadi | North-East | 2.15 km |
| Sadawaghapur | West | 2.15 km |
| Keloli | North-East | 2.50 km |
| Kharadwadi | East | 3.34 km |
| Khonoli | South-East | 3.49 km |
| Dusale | North-East | 3.90 km |
| Mhavashi | South-West | 4.10 km |
| Mendhoshi | North-West | 4.18 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Padloshi
Padloshi 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 71.4 km.
| 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 Padloshi is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Padloshi is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Padloshi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padloshi 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Padloshi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padloshi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Padloshi
Where is Padloshi located?
Padloshi village is located in Patan Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Padloshi?
Padloshi is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Padloshi?
The pincode of Padloshi is 415520.
What is the population of Padloshi?
Padloshi had a total population of 877, including 435 males and 442 females.
How many households are there in Padloshi?
Padloshi had 223 households.
What is the literacy rate in Padloshi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padloshi was 78.78%. Male literacy was 87.28% and female literacy was 70.30%.