Saltewadi - Patan, Satara
Saltewadi is a village situated in the Patan tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Patan and around 73 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Bibi serves as the Village Panchayat for Saltewadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saltewadi is 564266. The village covers a total geographical area of 361.49 hectares and falls under the 415206 pincode. Karad is the nearest town, located about 39 km away.
Saltewadi 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 Saltewadi
According to the 2011 Census, Saltewadi village had a total population of 361 people, including 182 males and 179 females, living in 72 households. The sex ratio was 984 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.11%, with male literacy at 74.05% and female literacy at 50.61%.
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 | 361 | 182 | 179 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 24 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 200 | 117 | 83 |
| Illiterate Population | 161 | 65 | 96 |
Nearby Villages of Saltewadi
Saltewadi 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 Saltewadi
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Saltewadi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karad to Saltewadi is about 39 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Saltewadi is about 73 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saltewadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saltewadi 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 Saltewadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saltewadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Saltewadi
Where is Saltewadi located?
Saltewadi village is located in Patan Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Saltewadi?
The Village Panchayat of Saltewadi is Bibi.
What is the pincode of Saltewadi?
The pincode of Saltewadi is 415206.
What is the population of Saltewadi?
Saltewadi had a total population of 361, including 182 males and 179 females.
How many households are there in Saltewadi?
Saltewadi had 72 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saltewadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saltewadi was 62.11%. Male literacy was 74.05% and female literacy was 50.61%.