Salpe - Phaltan, Satara
Salpe is a village situated in the Phaltan tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 48 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phaltan and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Salpe village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salpe is 563249. The village covers a total geographical area of 1326.61 hectares and falls under the 415521 pincode. Phaltan is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Salpe 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 Salpe
As per Census 2011, Salpe village has a total population of 2,082 people, consisting of 1,072 males and 1,010 females. The village has 389 households and a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males. There are 247 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,493 literate and 589 illiterate residents. Additionally, 97 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 12 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Salpe are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,082 | 1,072 | 1,010 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 247 | 130 | 117 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 97 | 46 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 4 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 1,493 | 811 | 682 |
| Illiterate Population | 589 | 261 | 328 |
Nearby Villages of Salpe
Salpe 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sherechiwadi (dhaval) | North-East | 2.36 km |
| Tadawale S. Wagholi | South-West | 3.94 km |
| Adarki Kh. | South | 4.74 km |
| Koparde | North | 4.76 km |
| Koparde | North-West | 5.37 km |
| Hingangaon | North-East | 5.63 km |
| Adarki Bk. | South-East | 5.75 km |
| Bhavenagar | West | 6.24 km |
| Tambave | North | 6.87 km |
| Wathar Station | South-West | 7.26 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Salpe
Salpe is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Adarki, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Phaltan to Salpe is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Salpe is about 47 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 Salpe
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salpe village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Salpe
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salpe village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Salpe
Where is Salpe located?
Salpe village is located in Phaltan Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salpe?
Salpe is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Salpe?
The pincode of Salpe is 415521.
What is the population of Salpe?
Salpe has a total population of 2,082, including 1,072 males and 1,010 females.
How many households are there in Salpe?
There are 389 households in Salpe.
What is the literacy rate in Salpe?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salpe is 71.71%. Male literacy is 75.65% and female literacy is 67.52%.