Risawad - Patan, Satara
Risawad is a village situated in the Patan tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Patan and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Nav serves as the Gram Panchayat for Risawad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Risawad is 564186. The village covers a total geographical area of 809.54 hectares and falls under the 415209 pincode. Karad is the nearest town, located about 57 km away.
Risawad 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 Risawad
As per Census 2011, Risawad village has a total population of 233 people, consisting of 121 males and 112 females. The village has 46 households and a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males. There are 30 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 146 literate and 87 illiterate residents. Additionally, 30 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Risawad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 233 | 121 | 112 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 15 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 30 | 15 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 146 | 87 | 59 |
| Illiterate Population | 87 | 34 | 53 |
Nearby Villages of Risawad
Risawad 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nav | North-West | 2.57 km |
| Kadoli | North | 2.59 km |
| Chafer | East | 2.69 km |
| Gothane | South-West | 2.96 km |
| Atoli | South | 3.56 km |
| Taliye | North-East | 3.63 km |
| Pachgani | South-East | 3.90 km |
| Govare | North-West | 3.99 km |
| Kolane | West | 4.48 km |
| Maneri | North-East | 4.70 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Risawad
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Risawad. The nearest railway station is Aravali Road, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 70.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Karad to Risawad is about 57 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Risawad is about 90 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 Risawad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Risawad 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 Risawad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Risawad 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Risawad
Where is Risawad located?
Risawad village is located in Patan Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Risawad?
The Gram Panchayat of Risawad is Nav.
What is the pincode of Risawad?
The pincode of Risawad is 415209.
What is the population of Risawad?
Risawad has a total population of 233, including 121 males and 112 females.
How many households are there in Risawad?
There are 46 households in Risawad.
What is the literacy rate in Risawad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Risawad is 62.66%. Male literacy is 71.90% and female literacy is 52.68%.