Vajegaon (Marul Patan) - Patan, Satara
Vajegaon (Marul Patan) is a village situated in the Patan tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Patan and around 81 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Marul Tarf Patan serves as the Village Panchayat for Vajegaon (Marul Patan) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vajegaon (Marul Patan) is 564163. The village covers a total geographical area of 35.76 hectares and falls under the 415206 pincode. Karad is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Vajegaon (Marul Patan) 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 Vajegaon (Marul Patan)
According to the 2011 Census, Vajegaon (Marul Patan) village had a total population of 270 people, including 132 males and 138 females, living in 62 households. The sex ratio was 1,045 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.51%, with male literacy at 92.04% and female literacy at 69.92%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 72, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 10.
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 | 270 | 132 | 138 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 19 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 72 | 34 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 190 | 104 | 86 |
| Illiterate Population | 80 | 28 | 52 |
Nearby Villages of Vajegaon (Marul Patan)
Vajegaon (Marul Patan) 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 Vajegaon (Marul Patan)
Public transport in the Vajegaon (Marul Patan) is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Vajegaon (Marul Patan) is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Vajegaon (Marul Patan) is about 81 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 Vajegaon (Marul Patan)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vajegaon (Marul Patan) 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 Vajegaon (Marul Patan)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vajegaon (Marul Patan) 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 Vajegaon (Marul Patan)
Where is Vajegaon (Marul Patan) located?
Vajegaon (Marul Patan) village is located in Patan Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Vajegaon (Marul Patan)?
The Village Panchayat of Vajegaon (Marul Patan) is Marul Tarf Patan.
What is the pincode of Vajegaon (Marul Patan)?
The pincode of Vajegaon (Marul Patan) is 415206.
What is the population of Vajegaon (Marul Patan)?
Vajegaon (Marul Patan) had a total population of 270, including 132 males and 138 females.
How many households are there in Vajegaon (Marul Patan)?
Vajegaon (Marul Patan) had 62 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vajegaon (Marul Patan)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vajegaon (Marul Patan) was 80.51%. Male literacy was 92.04% and female literacy was 69.92%.