Vadale - Phaltan, Satara
Vadale is a village situated in the Phaltan tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phaltan and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Vadale village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vadale is 563290. The village covers a total geographical area of 1864 hectares and falls under the 415523 pincode. Phaltan is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Vadale 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 Vadale
As per Census 2011, Vadale village has a total population of 2,356 people, consisting of 1,235 males and 1,121 females. The village has 439 households and a sex ratio of 907 females per 1,000 males. There are 284 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,542 literate and 814 illiterate residents. Additionally, 329 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 17 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vadale are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,356 | 1,235 | 1,121 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 284 | 153 | 131 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 329 | 171 | 158 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 10 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 1,542 | 885 | 657 |
| Illiterate Population | 814 | 350 | 464 |
Nearby Villages of Vadale
Vadale 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sonwadi Kh. | South | 1.74 km |
| Sonwadi Bk. | West | 2.21 km |
| Bhadali Bk. | South-West | 3.33 km |
| Vidani | North | 3.57 km |
| Tirakwadi | South-East | 3.67 km |
| Zirapwadi | West | 5.04 km |
| Dhuldev | North-West | 5.16 km |
| Bhadali Kh. | South | 5.36 km |
| Dudhebavi | South | 5.47 km |
| Saskal | South-West | 5.59 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Vadale
Vadale 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 71.9 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 Vadale is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Vadale is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vadale
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vadale 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 Vadale
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vadale village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Vadale
Where is Vadale located?
Vadale village is located in Phaltan Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vadale?
Vadale is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vadale?
The pincode of Vadale is 415523.
What is the population of Vadale?
Vadale has a total population of 2,356, including 1,235 males and 1,121 females.
How many households are there in Vadale?
There are 439 households in Vadale.
What is the literacy rate in Vadale?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vadale is 65.45%. Male literacy is 71.66% and female literacy is 58.61%.