Karjuve - Sangameshwar, Ratnagiri
Karjuve is a village situated in the Sangameshwar tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 52 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devrukh and around 84 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Karjuve village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karjuve is 565691. The village covers a total geographical area of 1712.8 hectares and falls under the 415608 pincode. Chiplun is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Karjuve 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 Karjuve
According to the 2011 Census, Karjuve village had a total population of 2,177 people, including 973 males and 1,204 females, living in 546 households. The sex ratio was 1,237 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.98%, with male literacy at 85.75% and female literacy at 59.30%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 19, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
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 | 2,177 | 973 | 1,204 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 192 | 96 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 8 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,409 | 752 | 657 |
| Illiterate Population | 768 | 221 | 547 |
Nearby Villages of Karjuve
Karjuve 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pirandavane | South-East | 2.42 km |
| Pedhambe | North | 3.31 km |
| Manjare | South-West | 3.57 km |
| Dhamapur Tarf Sangameshwar | North-East | 3.81 km |
| Bhatgaon Tisang | West | 3.96 km |
| Davkhol | South | 4.13 km |
| Kondye | South | 4.38 km |
| Devpat | North-West | 4.50 km |
| Narduve | North | 5.07 km |
| Dingni | South-East | 5.13 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karjuve
Karjuve is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sangmeshwar, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 83.8 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 Chiplun to Karjuve is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Karjuve is about 84 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karjuve
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karjuve village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Karjuve
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karjuve village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karjuve
Where is Karjuve located?
Karjuve village is located in Sangameshwar Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karjuve?
Karjuve is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karjuve?
The pincode of Karjuve is 415608.
What is the population of Karjuve?
Karjuve had a total population of 2,177, including 973 males and 1,204 females.
How many households are there in Karjuve?
Karjuve had 546 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karjuve?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karjuve was 70.98%. Male literacy was 85.75% and female literacy was 59.30%.