Karungali - Shirala, Sangli
Karungali is a village situated in the Shirala tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shirala and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Karungali village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karungali is 568230. The village covers a total geographical area of 299 hectares and falls under the 415415 pincode. Karad is the nearest town, located about 53 km away.
Karungali 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 Karungali
As per Census 2011, Karungali village has a total population of 1,495 people, consisting of 718 males and 777 females. The village has 338 households and a sex ratio of 1,082 females per 1,000 males. There are 149 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 979 literate and 516 illiterate residents. Additionally, 126 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karungali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,495 | 718 | 777 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 149 | 85 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 126 | 65 | 61 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 979 | 556 | 423 |
| Illiterate Population | 516 | 162 | 354 |
Nearby Villages of Karungali
Karungali 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Marathewadi | South-East | 1.17 km |
| Kalundre | East | 2.03 km |
| Kharale | North-East | 2.62 km |
| Chinchewadi | North-East | 2.64 km |
| Arala | North | 2.95 km |
| Khede | South | 3.22 km |
| Kadamwadi | East | 3.35 km |
| Shirale Tarf Warun | South-West | 3.43 km |
| Kusalewadi | East | 3.78 km |
| Kinarewadi | North-East | 4.15 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karungali
Karungali 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 47.2 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 Karungali is about 53 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Karungali is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karungali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karungali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Karungali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karungali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Karungali
Where is Karungali located?
Karungali village is located in Shirala Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karungali?
Karungali is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karungali?
The pincode of Karungali is 415415.
What is the population of Karungali?
Karungali has a total population of 1,495, including 718 males and 777 females.
How many households are there in Karungali?
There are 338 households in Karungali.
What is the literacy rate in Karungali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karungali is 65.48%. Male literacy is 77.44% and female literacy is 54.44%.