Tupewadi - Patan, Satara
Tupewadi 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 80 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Kadhane serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tupewadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tupewadi is 564418. The village covers a total geographical area of 360 hectares and falls under the 415103 pincode. Karad is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Tupewadi 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 Tupewadi
According to the 2011 Census, Tupewadi village had a total population of 533 people, including 264 males and 269 females, living in 116 households. The sex ratio was 1,019 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.11%, with male literacy at 95.71% and female literacy at 76.86%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3.
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 | 533 | 264 | 269 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 31 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 409 | 223 | 186 |
| Illiterate Population | 124 | 41 | 83 |
Nearby Villages of Tupewadi
Tupewadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bagalwadi | North | 0.99 km |
| Saikade | South-West | 1.62 km |
| Kadhane | East | 1.94 km |
| Shidrukwadi | West | 1.96 km |
| Manewadi | South-East | 2.03 km |
| Khale | West | 2.38 km |
| Korivale | North-West | 2.59 km |
| Karpewadi | South | 2.74 km |
| Jarewadi | North | 3.19 km |
| Taygadewadi | South-West | 3.34 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tupewadi
Tupewadi 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 55.9 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 Tupewadi is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Tupewadi 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 Tupewadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tupewadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Tupewadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tupewadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Tupewadi
Where is Tupewadi located?
Tupewadi village is located in Patan Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tupewadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Tupewadi is Kadhane.
What is the pincode of Tupewadi?
The pincode of Tupewadi is 415103.
What is the population of Tupewadi?
Tupewadi had a total population of 533, including 264 males and 269 females.
How many households are there in Tupewadi?
Tupewadi had 116 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tupewadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tupewadi was 86.11%. Male literacy was 95.71% and female literacy was 76.86%.