Tathavada - Phaltan, Satara
Tathavada is a village situated in the Phaltan tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phaltan and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Tathavada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tathavada is 563334. The village covers a total geographical area of 2079.38 hectares and falls under the 415523 pincode. Phaltan is the nearest town, located about 1 km away.
Tathavada 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 Tathavada
As per Census 2011, Tathavada village has a total population of 1,679 people, consisting of 923 males and 756 females. The village has 318 households and a sex ratio of 819 females per 1,000 males. There are 170 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,225 literate and 454 illiterate residents. Additionally, 150 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tathavada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,679 | 923 | 756 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 170 | 94 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 150 | 88 | 62 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,225 | 720 | 505 |
| Illiterate Population | 454 | 203 | 251 |
Nearby Villages of Tathavada
Tathavada 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Manewadi | South-East | 1.74 km |
| Pirachiwadi | North-West | 3.08 km |
| Tardaf | South-East | 3.16 km |
| Zadakbaichiwadi | North-East | 3.51 km |
| Dhaval | North | 3.84 km |
| Shedagewadi | South-West | 4.44 km |
| Waghoshi | North-West | 4.51 km |
| Garavadi | South | 4.62 km |
| Veloshi | South-East | 5.07 km |
| Vadgaon | North-West | 5.65 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tathavada
Tathavada 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 70.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Phaltan to Tathavada is about 1 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Tathavada 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 Tathavada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tathavada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Tathavada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tathavada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tathavada
Where is Tathavada located?
Tathavada village is located in Phaltan Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tathavada?
Tathavada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tathavada?
The pincode of Tathavada is 415523.
What is the population of Tathavada?
Tathavada has a total population of 1,679, including 923 males and 756 females.
How many households are there in Tathavada?
There are 318 households in Tathavada.
What is the literacy rate in Tathavada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tathavada is 72.96%. Male literacy is 78.01% and female literacy is 66.80%.