Dhavalewadi (Asu) - Phaltan, Satara
Dhavalewadi (Asu) is a village situated in the Phaltan tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phaltan and around 93 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Dhavalewadi (Asu) village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhavalewadi (Asu) is 563296. The village covers a total geographical area of 359.73 hectares and falls under the 415523 pincode. Phaltan is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Dhavalewadi (Asu) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Koregaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Satara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhavalewadi (Asu)
According to the 2011 Census, Dhavalewadi (Asu) village had a total population of 638 people, including 340 males and 298 females, living in 130 households. The sex ratio was 876 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.49%, with male literacy at 88.67% and female literacy at 71.38%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 142, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 19.
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 | 638 | 340 | 298 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 40 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 142 | 85 | 57 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 12 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 458 | 266 | 192 |
| Illiterate Population | 180 | 74 | 106 |
Nearby Villages of Dhavalewadi (Asu)
Dhavalewadi (Asu) 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 Dhavalewadi (Asu)
Dhavalewadi (Asu) is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| 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 Phaltan to Dhavalewadi (Asu) is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Dhavalewadi (Asu) is about 93 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhavalewadi (Asu)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhavalewadi (Asu) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dhavalewadi (Asu)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhavalewadi (Asu) 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dhavalewadi (Asu)
Where is Dhavalewadi (Asu) located?
Dhavalewadi (Asu) village is located in Phaltan Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Dhavalewadi (Asu)?
Dhavalewadi (Asu) is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dhavalewadi (Asu)?
The pincode of Dhavalewadi (Asu) is 415523.
What is the population of Dhavalewadi (Asu)?
Dhavalewadi (Asu) had a total population of 638, including 340 males and 298 females.
How many households are there in Dhavalewadi (Asu)?
Dhavalewadi (Asu) had 130 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhavalewadi (Asu)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhavalewadi (Asu) was 80.49%. Male literacy was 88.67% and female literacy was 71.38%.