Vaichalwadi - Patan, Satara
Vaichalwadi 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 82 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Kumbhargaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Vaichalwadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vaichalwadi is 564434. The village covers a total geographical area of 183.39 hectares and falls under the 415112 pincode. Karad is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Vaichalwadi 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 Vaichalwadi
According to the 2011 Census, Vaichalwadi village had a total population of 219 people, including 88 males and 131 females, living in 60 households. The sex ratio was 1,489 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.16%, with male literacy at 93.24% and female literacy at 55.56%.
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 | 219 | 88 | 131 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 14 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 134 | 69 | 65 |
| Illiterate Population | 85 | 19 | 66 |
Nearby Villages of Vaichalwadi
Vaichalwadi 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 Vaichalwadi
Vaichalwadi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Vaichalwadi is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Vaichalwadi is about 82 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 Vaichalwadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vaichalwadi 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Vaichalwadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vaichalwadi 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Vaichalwadi
Where is Vaichalwadi located?
Vaichalwadi village is located in Patan Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vaichalwadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Vaichalwadi is Kumbhargaon.
What is the pincode of Vaichalwadi?
The pincode of Vaichalwadi is 415112.
What is the population of Vaichalwadi?
Vaichalwadi had a total population of 219, including 88 males and 131 females.
How many households are there in Vaichalwadi?
Vaichalwadi had 60 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vaichalwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vaichalwadi was 70.16%. Male literacy was 93.24% and female literacy was 55.56%.