Asare - Wai, Satara
Asare is a village situated in the Wai tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Wai and around 39 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Asare village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Asare is 563051. The village covers a total geographical area of 605 hectares and falls under the 412803 pincode. Wai is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Asare village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Wai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Satara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Asare
According to the 2011 Census, Asare village had a total population of 512 people, including 226 males and 286 females, living in 126 households. The sex ratio was 1,265 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.20%, with male literacy at 88.30% and female literacy at 62.11%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 9.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 512 | 226 | 286 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 38 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 325 | 166 | 159 |
| Illiterate Population | 187 | 60 | 127 |
Nearby Villages of Asare
Asare 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Panas | South-West | 1.13 km |
| Duichivadi | North-East | 1.71 km |
| Renawale | West | 1.98 km |
| Gove | South | 2.40 km |
| Velang | South-East | 2.62 km |
| Chikhalgaon | North | 3.02 km |
| Titeghar | North-West | 3.31 km |
| Akoshi | South | 3.83 km |
| Gherakelanja | North-West | 4.31 km |
| Abhepuri | East | 4.32 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Asare
Asare is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Wathar, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.7 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 Wai to Asare is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Asare is about 39 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Asare
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Asare 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 Asare
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Asare 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 Asare
Where is Asare located?
Asare village is located in Wai Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Asare?
Asare is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Asare?
The pincode of Asare is 412803.
What is the population of Asare?
Asare had a total population of 512, including 226 males and 286 females.
How many households are there in Asare?
Asare had 126 households.
What is the literacy rate in Asare?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Asare was 73.20%. Male literacy was 88.30% and female literacy was 62.11%.