Chandvadi - Wai, Satara
Chandvadi is a village situated in the Wai tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Wai and around 21 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Chandawadi serves as the Village Panchayat for Chandvadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chandvadi is 563157. The village covers a total geographical area of 8.95 hectares and falls under the 415530 pincode. Wai is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Chandvadi 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 Chandvadi
According to the 2011 Census, Chandvadi village had a total population of 547 people, including 253 males and 294 females, living in 117 households. The sex ratio was 1,162 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.44%, with male literacy at 91.23% and female literacy at 73.26%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 44, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 20.
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 | 547 | 253 | 294 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 25 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 44 | 16 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 20 | 9 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 408 | 208 | 200 |
| Illiterate Population | 139 | 45 | 94 |
Nearby Villages of Chandvadi
Chandvadi is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Chandvadi
Chandvadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Wai to Chandvadi is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Chandvadi is about 21 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chandvadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chandvadi 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 Chandvadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chandvadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chandvadi
Where is Chandvadi located?
Chandvadi village is located in Wai Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Chandvadi?
The Village Panchayat of Chandvadi is Chandawadi.
What is the pincode of Chandvadi?
The pincode of Chandvadi is 415530.
What is the population of Chandvadi?
Chandvadi had a total population of 547, including 253 males and 294 females.
How many households are there in Chandvadi?
Chandvadi had 117 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chandvadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandvadi was 81.44%. Male literacy was 91.23% and female literacy was 73.26%.