Karde Village - Shirur, Pune
Karde is a village situated in the Shirur tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shirur and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Karde village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karde is 555639. The village covers a total geographical area of 4231 hectares and falls under the 412210 pincode. Shirur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Karde village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shirur Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Karde
As per Census 2011, Karde village has a total population of 3,638 people, consisting of 1,859 males and 1,779 females. The village has 780 households and a sex ratio of 956 females per 1,000 males. There are 482 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,566 literate and 1,072 illiterate residents. Additionally, 312 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 168 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karde are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,638 | 1,859 | 1,779 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 482 | 265 | 217 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 312 | 164 | 148 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 168 | 92 | 76 |
| Literate Population | 2,566 | 1,426 | 1,140 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,072 | 433 | 639 |
Nearby Villages of Karde
Karde 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Babhulsar Kh. | West | 4.43 km |
| Golegaon | North-East | 4.51 km |
| Ambale | South | 4.65 km |
| Bhambarde | West | 5.55 km |
| Chavhanwadi | East | 6.25 km |
| Karegaon | North-West | 6.79 km |
| Dahiwadi | South-West | 7.70 km |
| Danewadi | East | 8.17 km |
| Karanjavane | West | 8.66 km |
| Uralgaon | South | 8.93 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karde
Karde is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Visapur, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.3 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 Shirur to Karde is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Karde is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karde
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karde village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Karde
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karde village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Karde
Where is Karde located?
Karde village is located in Shirur Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karde?
Karde is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karde?
The pincode of Karde is 412210.
What is the population of Karde?
Karde has a total population of 3,638, including 1,859 males and 1,779 females.
How many households are there in Karde?
There are 780 households in Karde.
What is the literacy rate in Karde?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karde is 70.53%. Male literacy is 76.71% and female literacy is 64.08%.