Saspade - Satara
Saspade is a village situated in the Satara tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from Satara, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Sasapade serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saspade village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saspade is 563950. The village covers a total geographical area of 682 hectares and falls under the 415519 pincode. Satara is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Saspade village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karad North Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Satara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saspade
As per Census 2011, Saspade village has a total population of 3,682 people, consisting of 1,779 males and 1,903 females. The village has 821 households and a sex ratio of 1,069 females per 1,000 males. There are 402 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,672 literate and 1,010 illiterate residents. Additionally, 330 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Saspade are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,682 | 1,779 | 1,903 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 402 | 206 | 196 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 330 | 152 | 178 |
| Literate Population | 2,672 | 1,392 | 1,280 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,010 | 387 | 623 |
Nearby Villages of Saspade
Saspade 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dutalwadi | South-West | 1.46 km |
| Nune | West | 1.92 km |
| Harpalwadi | East | 2.44 km |
| Ganeshwadi | North-East | 2.94 km |
| Sonapur | North | 3.02 km |
| Rahude | South-West | 3.47 km |
| Konjavade | West | 3.69 km |
| Pal | South | 4.33 km |
| Atit | East | 4.43 km |
| Bhudakewadi | West | 5.18 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Saspade
Saspade is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Targaon, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 77.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Satara to Saspade is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saspade
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saspade village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Saspade
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saspade village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Saspade
Where is Saspade located?
Saspade village is located in Satara Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saspade?
The Gram Panchayat of Saspade is Sasapade.
What is the pincode of Saspade?
The pincode of Saspade is 415519.
What is the population of Saspade?
Saspade has a total population of 3,682, including 1,779 males and 1,903 females.
How many households are there in Saspade?
There are 821 households in Saspade.
What is the literacy rate in Saspade?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saspade is 72.57%. Male literacy is 78.25% and female literacy is 67.26%.