Sarade - Phaltan, Satara
Sarade is a village situated in the Phaltan tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phaltan and around 102 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Sarade village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarade is 563292. The village covers a total geographical area of 1034 hectares and falls under the 415523 pincode. Phaltan is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Sarade 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 Sarade
As per Census 2011, Sarade village has a total population of 4,288 people, consisting of 2,251 males and 2,037 females. The village has 820 households and a sex ratio of 904 females per 1,000 males. There are 536 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,923 literate and 1,365 illiterate residents. Additionally, 997 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 26 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sarade are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,288 | 2,251 | 2,037 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 536 | 294 | 242 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 997 | 520 | 477 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 26 | 16 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 2,923 | 1,699 | 1,224 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,365 | 552 | 813 |
Nearby Villages of Sarade
Sarade 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Songaon | West | 2.34 km |
| Sathe | South-East | 2.63 km |
| Ghadagewadi | East | 3.40 km |
| Niravagaj | North | 3.82 km |
| Rajale | South-West | 3.94 km |
| Khandaj | North-West | 4.71 km |
| Khatkewasti | East | 4.90 km |
| Mathachiwadi | South-East | 5.02 km |
| Sangavi | West | 5.61 km |
| Mekhali | East | 5.70 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sarade
Sarade is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Baramati, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.8 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 Sarade is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Sarade is about 102 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sarade
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarade village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sarade
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarade 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sarade
Where is Sarade located?
Sarade village is located in Phaltan Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sarade?
Sarade is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sarade?
The pincode of Sarade is 415523.
What is the population of Sarade?
Sarade has a total population of 4,288, including 2,251 males and 2,037 females.
How many households are there in Sarade?
There are 820 households in Sarade.
What is the literacy rate in Sarade?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarade is 68.17%. Male literacy is 75.48% and female literacy is 60.09%.