Vaduth - Satara
Vaduth is a village situated in the Satara tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 11 km from Satara, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Vaduth village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vaduth is 563778. The village covers a total geographical area of 745.12 hectares and falls under the 415011 pincode. Satara is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Vaduth 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 Vaduth
As per Census 2011, Vaduth village has a total population of 3,446 people, consisting of 1,788 males and 1,658 females. The village has 762 households and a sex ratio of 927 females per 1,000 males. There are 352 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,736 literate and 710 illiterate residents. Additionally, 427 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 65 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vaduth are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,446 | 1,788 | 1,658 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 352 | 198 | 154 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 427 | 226 | 201 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 65 | 38 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 2,736 | 1,482 | 1,254 |
| Illiterate Population | 710 | 306 | 404 |
Nearby Villages of Vaduth
Vaduth 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Arphal | North-West | 2.12 km |
| Borkhal | South | 2.19 km |
| Renavale | West | 3.04 km |
| Wasole | South-West | 3.08 km |
| Basappachiwadi | West | 3.20 km |
| Shivthar | North | 3.26 km |
| Songaon S.nimb | South | 4.49 km |
| Bhaktawadi | North-East | 4.51 km |
| Patkhal | South-West | 4.70 km |
| Wadhe | South-West | 4.91 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Vaduth
Vaduth is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Jarandeshwar, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 73.4 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 Satara to Vaduth is about 11 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 Vaduth
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vaduth 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 Vaduth
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vaduth 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 Vaduth
Where is Vaduth located?
Vaduth village is located in Satara Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vaduth?
Vaduth is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vaduth?
The pincode of Vaduth is 415011.
What is the population of Vaduth?
Vaduth has a total population of 3,446, including 1,788 males and 1,658 females.
How many households are there in Vaduth?
There are 762 households in Vaduth.
What is the literacy rate in Vaduth?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vaduth is 79.40%. Male literacy is 82.89% and female literacy is 75.63%.