Taygadewadi - Patan, Satara
Taygadewadi is a village situated in the Patan tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Patan and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Taygadewadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Taygadewadi is 564423. The village covers a total geographical area of 183.17 hectares and falls under the 415103 pincode. Karad is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Taygadewadi 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 Taygadewadi
As per Census 2011, Taygadewadi village has a total population of 1,756 people, consisting of 867 males and 889 females. The village has 412 households and a sex ratio of 1,025 females per 1,000 males. There are 179 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,375 literate and 381 illiterate residents. Additionally, 79 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 20 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Taygadewadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,756 | 867 | 889 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 179 | 98 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 79 | 45 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 20 | 7 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 1,375 | 713 | 662 |
| Illiterate Population | 381 | 154 | 227 |
Nearby Villages of Taygadewadi
Taygadewadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Karpewadi | East | 1.24 km |
| Gudhe | West | 1.44 km |
| Saikade | North-East | 1.79 km |
| Khale | North | 1.80 km |
| Kumbhargaon | South-East | 2.43 km |
| Mandrulkole | North-West | 2.58 km |
| Pachupatewadi | West | 2.65 km |
| Shidrukwadi | North | 2.98 km |
| Manewadi | East | 3.13 km |
| Tupewadi | North-East | 3.34 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Taygadewadi
Taygadewadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Shirravde, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.9 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 Taygadewadi is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Taygadewadi is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Taygadewadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Taygadewadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Taygadewadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Taygadewadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Taygadewadi
Where is Taygadewadi located?
Taygadewadi village is located in Patan Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Taygadewadi?
Taygadewadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Taygadewadi?
The pincode of Taygadewadi is 415103.
What is the population of Taygadewadi?
Taygadewadi has a total population of 1,756, including 867 males and 889 females.
How many households are there in Taygadewadi?
There are 412 households in Taygadewadi.
What is the literacy rate in Taygadewadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Taygadewadi is 78.30%. Male literacy is 82.24% and female literacy is 74.47%.