Majare Karve - Chandgad, Kolhapur
Majare Karve is a village situated in the Chandgad tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 55 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandgad and around 130 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Majare Karve village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Majare Karve is 568163. The village covers a total geographical area of 267.16 hectares and falls under the 416507 pincode. Belgaum(karnataka) is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Majare Karve village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chiplun Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Majare Karve
As per Census 2011, Majare Karve village has a total population of 1,438 people, consisting of 754 males and 684 females. The village has 305 households and a sex ratio of 907 females per 1,000 males. There are 141 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,116 literate and 322 illiterate residents. Additionally, 82 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Majare Karve are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,438 | 754 | 684 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 141 | 78 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 82 | 43 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,116 | 630 | 486 |
| Illiterate Population | 322 | 124 | 198 |
Nearby Villages of Majare Karve
Majare Karve 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Murkutewadi | South-West | 1.77 km |
| Tavarewadi | North | 1.88 km |
| Basarge | North-East | 2.22 km |
| Dhumadewadi | North-West | 2.38 km |
| Mouje Karve | East | 2.69 km |
| Turkewadi | South-East | 2.97 km |
| Tambulwadi | North-West | 3.40 km |
| Halkarni | West | 3.68 km |
| Dholagarwadi | North-East | 3.99 km |
| Malgad | North | 4.09 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Majare Karve
Public transport in the Majare Karve is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Belgaum, while the nearest airport is Belgaum Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 24.8 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 Belgaum(karnataka) to Majare Karve is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kolhapur to Majare Karve is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Majare Karve
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Majare Karve village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Majare Karve
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Majare Karve 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Majare Karve
Where is Majare Karve located?
Majare Karve village is located in Chandgad Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Majare Karve?
Majare Karve is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Majare Karve?
The pincode of Majare Karve is 416507.
What is the population of Majare Karve?
Majare Karve has a total population of 1,438, including 754 males and 684 females.
How many households are there in Majare Karve?
There are 305 households in Majare Karve.
What is the literacy rate in Majare Karve?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Majare Karve is 77.61%. Male literacy is 83.55% and female literacy is 71.05%.