Farandwadi - Phaltan, Satara
Farandwadi is a village situated in the Phaltan tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phaltan and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Farandwadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Farandwadi is 563277. The village covers a total geographical area of 792 hectares and falls under the 415523 pincode. Phaltan is the nearest town, located about 1 km away.
Farandwadi 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 Farandwadi
As per Census 2011, Farandwadi village has a total population of 2,243 people, consisting of 1,156 males and 1,087 females. The village has 459 households and a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males. There are 237 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,723 literate and 520 illiterate residents. Additionally, 87 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Farandwadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,243 | 1,156 | 1,087 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 237 | 120 | 117 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 87 | 48 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,723 | 955 | 768 |
| Illiterate Population | 520 | 201 | 319 |
Nearby Villages of Farandwadi
Farandwadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Thakurki | South | 2.19 km |
| Vadjal | North-West | 2.48 km |
| Chaudharwadi | North | 3.35 km |
| Kashiwadi | West | 3.70 km |
| Tavadi | South | 3.94 km |
| Bhilkatti | North-West | 4.20 km |
| Wathar (nimbalkar) | South-West | 4.96 km |
| Sastewadi | North-East | 5.04 km |
| Nimbhore | North-West | 5.76 km |
| Kurvali Kh. | South | 6.04 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Farandwadi
Farandwadi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Lonand, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 65.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Phaltan to Farandwadi is about 1 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Farandwadi is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Farandwadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Farandwadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Farandwadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Farandwadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Farandwadi
Where is Farandwadi located?
Farandwadi village is located in Phaltan Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Farandwadi?
Farandwadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Farandwadi?
The pincode of Farandwadi is 415523.
What is the population of Farandwadi?
Farandwadi has a total population of 2,243, including 1,156 males and 1,087 females.
How many households are there in Farandwadi?
There are 459 households in Farandwadi.
What is the literacy rate in Farandwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Farandwadi is 76.82%. Male literacy is 82.61% and female literacy is 70.65%.