Malewadi - Phaltan, Satara
Malewadi 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 65 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Malewadi village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malewadi is 563236. The village covers a total geographical area of 138.86 hectares and falls under the 415523 pincode. Phaltan is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Malewadi 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 Malewadi
According to the 2011 Census, Malewadi village had a total population of 820 people, including 422 males and 398 females, living in 156 households. The sex ratio was 943 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.17%, with male literacy at 91.78% and female literacy at 82.39%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 6.
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 | 820 | 422 | 398 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 103 | 57 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 625 | 335 | 290 |
| Illiterate Population | 195 | 87 | 108 |
Nearby Villages of Malewadi
Malewadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shindemal | West | 1.81 km |
| Ravadi Kh. | North-East | 2.32 km |
| Taradgaon | South | 2.40 km |
| Ravadi Bk. | East | 3.73 km |
| Koregaon | West | 3.89 km |
| Padegaon | North-West | 3.90 km |
| Chavhanwadi | South-West | 4.45 km |
| Dombalwadi | South-East | 4.47 km |
| Vitthalwadi | South | 5.24 km |
| Padegaon | North-West | 5.84 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Malewadi
Malewadi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Lonand, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Malewadi is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Malewadi 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 Malewadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malewadi 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 Malewadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malewadi 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Malewadi
Where is Malewadi located?
Malewadi village is located in Phaltan Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Malewadi?
Malewadi is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Malewadi?
The pincode of Malewadi is 415523.
What is the population of Malewadi?
Malewadi had a total population of 820, including 422 males and 398 females.
How many households are there in Malewadi?
Malewadi had 156 households.
What is the literacy rate in Malewadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malewadi was 87.17%. Male literacy was 91.78% and female literacy was 82.39%.