Karamale - Shirala, Sangli
Karamale is a village situated in the Shirala tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shirala and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Karamale village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karamale is 568280. The village covers a total geographical area of 902.33 hectares and falls under the 415408 pincode. Uran Islampur is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Karamale village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shirala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hatkanangle Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karamale
According to the 2011 Census, Karamale village had a total population of 1,690 people, including 876 males and 814 females, living in 403 households. The sex ratio was 929 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.01%, with male literacy at 83.99% and female literacy at 69.49%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 283.
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 | 1,690 | 876 | 814 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 172 | 89 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 283 | 148 | 135 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,169 | 661 | 508 |
| Illiterate Population | 521 | 215 | 306 |
Nearby Villages of Karamale
Karamale 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Aundhi | South-West | 2.56 km |
| Bhatwadi | South | 2.99 km |
| Bambavade | North | 3.18 km |
| Surul | East | 3.38 km |
| Bhairavwadi | North-West | 3.72 km |
| Takave | North-West | 3.86 km |
| Beldarwadi | South-East | 3.89 km |
| Nigadi | West | 3.89 km |
| Shivarwadi | North-West | 4.76 km |
| Padalewadi | South-West | 4.86 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karamale
Karamale is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Shenoli, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Uran Islampur to Karamale is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Karamale is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karamale
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karamale 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 Karamale
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karamale 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Karamale
Where is Karamale located?
Karamale village is located in Shirala Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karamale?
Karamale is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karamale?
The pincode of Karamale is 415408.
What is the population of Karamale?
Karamale had a total population of 1,690, including 876 males and 814 females.
How many households are there in Karamale?
Karamale had 403 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karamale?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karamale was 77.01%. Male literacy was 83.99% and female literacy was 69.49%.