Taradgaon - Phaltan, Satara
Taradgaon is a village situated in the Phaltan tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phaltan and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Taradgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Taradgaon is 563241. The village covers a total geographical area of 2272.46 hectares and falls under the 415528 pincode. Phaltan is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Taradgaon 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 Taradgaon
As per Census 2011, Taradgaon village has a total population of 7,337 people, consisting of 3,741 males and 3,596 females. The village has 1,585 households and a sex ratio of 961 females per 1,000 males. There are 726 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,570 literate and 1,767 illiterate residents. Additionally, 548 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 92 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Taradgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,337 | 3,741 | 3,596 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 726 | 373 | 353 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 548 | 281 | 267 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 92 | 47 | 45 |
| Literate Population | 5,570 | 3,012 | 2,558 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,767 | 729 | 1,038 |
Nearby Villages of Taradgaon
Taradgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Malewadi | North | 2.40 km |
| Shindemal | North-West | 2.85 km |
| Chavhanwadi | South-West | 2.92 km |
| Vitthalwadi | South-East | 2.99 km |
| Dombalwadi | East | 3.55 km |
| Ravadi Kh. | North | 4.25 km |
| Ravadi Bk. | North-East | 4.68 km |
| Koregaon | North-West | 4.70 km |
| Kalaj | South-East | 4.89 km |
| Saswad | South | 5.48 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Taradgaon
Taradgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Lonand, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.1 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Phaltan to Taradgaon is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Taradgaon is about 46 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 Taradgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Taradgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Taradgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Taradgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Taradgaon
Where is Taradgaon located?
Taradgaon village is located in Phaltan Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Taradgaon?
Taradgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Taradgaon?
The pincode of Taradgaon is 415528.
What is the population of Taradgaon?
Taradgaon has a total population of 7,337, including 3,741 males and 3,596 females.
How many households are there in Taradgaon?
There are 1,585 households in Taradgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Taradgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Taradgaon is 75.92%. Male literacy is 80.51% and female literacy is 71.13%.