Mouje Karve - Chandgad, Kolhapur
Mouje 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. Mouje Karave serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mouje Karve village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mouje Karve is 568162. The village covers a total geographical area of 610.87 hectares and falls under the 416507 pincode. Belgaum(karnataka) is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Mouje 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 Mouje Karve
As per Census 2011, Mouje Karve village has a total population of 1,689 people, consisting of 844 males and 845 females. The village has 314 households and a sex ratio of 1,001 females per 1,000 males. There are 181 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,104 literate and 585 illiterate residents. Additionally, 183 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mouje Karve are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,689 | 844 | 845 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 181 | 85 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 183 | 93 | 90 |
| Literate Population | 1,104 | 622 | 482 |
| Illiterate Population | 585 | 222 | 363 |
Nearby Villages of Mouje Karve
Mouje 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mandedurg | North-East | 1.86 km |
| Supe | South-East | 2.57 km |
| Turkewadi | South-West | 2.58 km |
| Majare Karve | West | 2.69 km |
| Tadashinhal | South | 2.85 km |
| Basarge | North-West | 2.87 km |
| Dholagarwadi | North | 3.17 km |
| Sundi | North-East | 3.80 km |
| Murkutewadi | West | 3.85 km |
| Tavarewadi | North-West | 3.93 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mouje Karve
Mouje Karve is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 22.7 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 Belgaum(karnataka) to Mouje Karve is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kolhapur to Mouje 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 Mouje Karve
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mouje Karve village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mouje 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 Mouje Karve village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Mouje Karve
Where is Mouje Karve located?
Mouje Karve village is located in Chandgad Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mouje Karve?
The Gram Panchayat of Mouje Karve is Mouje Karave.
What is the pincode of Mouje Karve?
The pincode of Mouje Karve is 416507.
What is the population of Mouje Karve?
Mouje Karve has a total population of 1,689, including 844 males and 845 females.
How many households are there in Mouje Karve?
There are 314 households in Mouje Karve.
What is the literacy rate in Mouje Karve?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mouje Karve is 65.36%. Male literacy is 73.70% and female literacy is 57.04%.