Sastewadi
Sastewadi is a village located in Phaltan tehsil of Satara district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Phaltan (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Satara. As per 2009 stats, Sastewadi village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sastewadi unique in its vibrant Phaltan-Satara region. You’ll see Sastewadi’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Sastewadi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sastewadi is 563274. The village spans a total geographical area of 1141 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 415523. Phaltan is nearest town to Sastewadi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
When it comes to local governance, Sastewadi village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Koregaon Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Satara Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Sastewadi
Population of Sastewadi
According to the 2011 Census, Sastewadi has a total population of about 4,012, with approximately 2,100 males and 1,912 females. The sex ratio is around 910 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 466 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 761 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 61. The overall literacy rate is approximately 68.54%, with male literacy at about 74.29% and female literacy near 62.24%. There are around 843 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sastewadi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,012 | 2,100 | 1,912 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 466 | 251 | 215 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 761 | 380 | 381 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 61 | 30 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 2,750 | 1,560 | 1,190 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,262 | 540 | 722 |
Connectivity of Sastewadi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sastewadi. As per the 2011 stats, Sastewadi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sastewadi
Knowing the nearby villages of Sastewadi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sastewadi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sastewadi
- Where is Sastewadi located?
- Sastewadi village is situated in Phaltan Tehsil, within the Satara district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sastewadi?
- Sastewadi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Sastewadi?
- The pincode of Sastewadi is 415523, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sastewadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sastewadi is 4,012, with 2,100 males and 1,912 females.
- How many households are there in Sastewadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sastewadi village has a total of 843 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sastewadi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sastewadi is 68.54%. The male literacy rate is 74.29%, while the female literacy rate is 62.24%.