Karandewadi - Kadegaon, Sangli
Karandewadi is a village situated in the Kadegaon tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kadegaon and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Karandewadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karandewadi is 568474. The village covers a total geographical area of 381.01 hectares and falls under the 415304 pincode. Karad is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Karandewadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Palus-kadegaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sangli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karandewadi
According to the 2011 Census, Karandewadi village had a total population of 450 people, including 222 males and 228 females, living in 106 households. The sex ratio was 1,027 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.93%, with male literacy at 90.96% and female literacy at 67.96%.
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 | 450 | 222 | 228 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 34 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 311 | 171 | 140 |
| Illiterate Population | 139 | 51 | 88 |
Nearby Villages of Karandewadi
Karandewadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kamathi | South-West | 1.45 km |
| Shalgaon | North-East | 2.96 km |
| Vihapur | South-East | 3.33 km |
| Bombalewadi | North | 3.41 km |
| Pachund | North-West | 3.49 km |
| Surli | South | 3.96 km |
| Renusewadi | South-East | 4.35 km |
| Vagheri | West | 4.58 km |
| Shivajinagar (nhavi) | South-East | 5.64 km |
| Rajmachi | South-West | 5.72 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karandewadi
Karandewadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Karad, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 59.9 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 Karad to Karandewadi is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Karandewadi is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karandewadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karandewadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Karandewadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karandewadi 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Karandewadi
Where is Karandewadi located?
Karandewadi village is located in Kadegaon Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karandewadi?
Karandewadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karandewadi?
The pincode of Karandewadi is 415304.
What is the population of Karandewadi?
Karandewadi had a total population of 450, including 222 males and 228 females.
How many households are there in Karandewadi?
Karandewadi had 106 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karandewadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karandewadi was 78.93%. Male literacy was 90.96% and female literacy was 67.96%.