Upalave - Phaltan, Satara
Upalave 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 60 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Upalave village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Upalave is 563338. The village covers a total geographical area of 2333 hectares and falls under the 415513 pincode. Phaltan is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Upalave 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 Upalave
As per Census 2011, Upalave village has a total population of 2,683 people, consisting of 1,357 males and 1,326 females. The village has 573 households and a sex ratio of 977 females per 1,000 males. There are 286 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,802 literate and 881 illiterate residents. Additionally, 166 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 13 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Upalave are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,683 | 1,357 | 1,326 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 286 | 158 | 128 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 166 | 74 | 92 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 1,802 | 1,008 | 794 |
| Illiterate Population | 881 | 349 | 532 |
Nearby Villages of Upalave
Upalave 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kalaskarwadi | South | 3.68 km |
| Bodkewadi | North-East | 3.83 km |
| Tardaf | West | 3.96 km |
| Veloshi | South-West | 4.00 km |
| Dalvadi | North | 4.33 km |
| Gadewadi | South | 5.28 km |
| Zadakbaichiwadi | North-West | 5.33 km |
| Garadachiwadi | East | 5.42 km |
| Mandavkhadak | North | 5.79 km |
| Manewadi | West | 5.83 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Upalave
Upalave 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 73.9 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 Upalave is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Upalave is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Upalave
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Upalave village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Upalave
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Upalave 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 Upalave
Where is Upalave located?
Upalave village is located in Phaltan Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Upalave?
Upalave is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Upalave?
The pincode of Upalave is 415513.
What is the population of Upalave?
Upalave has a total population of 2,683, including 1,357 males and 1,326 females.
How many households are there in Upalave?
There are 573 households in Upalave.
What is the literacy rate in Upalave?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Upalave is 67.16%. Male literacy is 74.28% and female literacy is 59.88%.