Pande - Wai, Satara
Pande is a village situated in the Wai tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Wai and around 31 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Pande village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pande is 563094. The village covers a total geographical area of 382 hectares and falls under the 415515 pincode. Wai is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Pande 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 Pande
As per Census 2011, Pande village has a total population of 1,692 people, consisting of 864 males and 828 females. The village has 387 households and a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males. There are 167 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,249 literate and 443 illiterate residents. Additionally, 262 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 17 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pande are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,692 | 864 | 828 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 167 | 96 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 262 | 121 | 141 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 1,249 | 676 | 573 |
| Illiterate Population | 443 | 188 | 255 |
Nearby Villages of Pande
Pande 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khanapur | North-West | 1.84 km |
| Ozarde | South | 1.86 km |
| Bopegaon | East | 2.84 km |
| Kawathe | North-East | 3.31 km |
| Sultanpur | North-West | 3.35 km |
| Kadegaon | South-West | 3.80 km |
| Anavadi | South-East | 3.98 km |
| Wai (rural) | West | 4.16 km |
| Shendurjane | North-West | 4.49 km |
| Kenjal | North | 4.75 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pande
Pande 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 56.8 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 Pande is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Pande is about 31 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 Pande
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pande village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Pande
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pande village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Pande
Where is Pande located?
Pande village is located in Wai Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pande?
Pande is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pande?
The pincode of Pande is 415515.
What is the population of Pande?
Pande has a total population of 1,692, including 864 males and 828 females.
How many households are there in Pande?
There are 387 households in Pande.
What is the literacy rate in Pande?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pande is 73.82%. Male literacy is 78.24% and female literacy is 69.20%.