Sastewadi - Phaltan, Satara
Sastewadi is a village situated in the Phaltan tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phaltan and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Sastewadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sastewadi is 563274. The village covers a total geographical area of 1141 hectares and falls under the 415523 pincode. Phaltan is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Sastewadi 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 Sastewadi
As per Census 2011, Sastewadi village has a total population of 4,012 people, consisting of 2,100 males and 1,912 females. The village has 843 households and a sex ratio of 910 females per 1,000 males. There are 466 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,750 literate and 1,262 illiterate residents. Additionally, 761 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 61 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sastewadi are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Sastewadi
Sastewadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Alagudewadi | East | 2.74 km |
| Kambleshwar | North | 3.33 km |
| Dhuldev | South-East | 3.33 km |
| Chaudharwadi | West | 3.51 km |
| Somanthali | North-East | 3.97 km |
| Shindewadi | North-West | 4.60 km |
| Farandwadi | South-West | 5.04 km |
| Khunte | North-West | 5.93 km |
| Bhilkatti | West | 6.11 km |
| Kambleshwar | North | 6.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sastewadi
Sastewadi 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 65.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Phaltan to Sastewadi is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Sastewadi 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 Sastewadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sastewadi 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 Sastewadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sastewadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sastewadi
Where is Sastewadi located?
Sastewadi village is located in Phaltan Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sastewadi?
Sastewadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sastewadi?
The pincode of Sastewadi is 415523.
What is the population of Sastewadi?
Sastewadi has a total population of 4,012, including 2,100 males and 1,912 females.
How many households are there in Sastewadi?
There are 843 households in Sastewadi.
What is the literacy rate in Sastewadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sastewadi is 68.54%. Male literacy is 74.29% and female literacy is 62.24%.