Kapadgaon - Phaltan, Satara
Kapadgaon is a village situated in the Phaltan tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phaltan and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Kapadgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kapadgaon is 563239. The village covers a total geographical area of 858 hectares and falls under the 415521 pincode. Phaltan is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Kapadgaon 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 Kapadgaon
As per Census 2011, Kapadgaon village has a total population of 1,802 people, consisting of 936 males and 866 females. The village has 355 households and a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males. There are 256 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,184 literate and 618 illiterate residents. Additionally, 241 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 22 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kapadgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,802 | 936 | 866 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 256 | 147 | 109 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 241 | 120 | 121 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 22 | 9 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 1,184 | 663 | 521 |
| Illiterate Population | 618 | 273 | 345 |
Nearby Villages of Kapadgaon
Kapadgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chambharwadi | South | 2.69 km |
| Chavhanwadi | East | 3.40 km |
| Koregaon | North-East | 3.46 km |
| Tambave | South-West | 3.51 km |
| Aradgaon | South-East | 3.55 km |
| Lonand | North-West | 3.63 km |
| Shindemal | North-East | 4.75 km |
| Nimbodi | West | 4.94 km |
| Koparde | South | 5.47 km |
| Taradgaon | East | 5.94 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kapadgaon
Kapadgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Lonand, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.6 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Phaltan to Kapadgaon is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Kapadgaon is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kapadgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kapadgaon 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kapadgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kapadgaon 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kapadgaon
Where is Kapadgaon located?
Kapadgaon village is located in Phaltan Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kapadgaon?
Kapadgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kapadgaon?
The pincode of Kapadgaon is 415521.
What is the population of Kapadgaon?
Kapadgaon has a total population of 1,802, including 936 males and 866 females.
How many households are there in Kapadgaon?
There are 355 households in Kapadgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Kapadgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kapadgaon is 65.70%. Male literacy is 70.83% and female literacy is 60.16%.