Karde - Dapoli, Ratnagiri
Karde is a village situated in the Dapoli tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dapoli Camp and around 180 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Karde village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karde is 564885. The village covers a total geographical area of 780.2 hectares and falls under the 415713 pincode. Dapoli Camp is the nearest town, located about 15 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 Dapoli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karde
According to the 2011 Census, Karde village had a total population of 1,097 people, including 496 males and 601 females, living in 321 households. The sex ratio was 1,212 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.10%, with male literacy at 88.64% and female literacy at 71.40%.
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 | 1,097 | 496 | 601 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 92 | 47 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 795 | 398 | 397 |
| Illiterate Population | 302 | 98 | 204 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chandranagar | South-East | 1.57 km |
| Murud | North-West | 2.20 km |
| Ladghar | South | 2.88 km |
| Asud | North | 3.33 km |
| Gavhe | South-East | 3.86 km |
| Ambavali Kh. | North | 4.03 km |
| Vanand | North-East | 4.25 km |
| Tamastirth | South | 4.42 km |
| Saldure | North-West | 4.75 km |
| Jalgaon | East | 5.37 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 Khed, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 96.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dapoli Camp to Karde is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Karde is about 180 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.1 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 5-10 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Karde
Where is Karde located?
Karde village is located in Dapoli Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Karde?
Karde is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karde?
The pincode of Karde is 415713.
What is the population of Karde?
Karde had a total population of 1,097, including 496 males and 601 females.
How many households are there in Karde?
Karde had 321 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karde?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karde was 79.10%. Male literacy was 88.64% and female literacy was 71.40%.