Karve - Walwa, Sangli
Karve is a village situated in the Walwa tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Uran Islampur and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Karve village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karve is 568360. The village covers a total geographical area of 990 hectares and falls under the 415401 pincode. Uran Islampur is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Karve village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Islampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hatkanangle Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karve
According to the 2011 Census, Karve village had a total population of 2,278 people, including 1,142 males and 1,136 females, living in 507 households. The sex ratio was 995 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.09%, with male literacy at 89.36% and female literacy at 72.83%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 422, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 8.
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 | 2,278 | 1,142 | 1,136 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 231 | 118 | 113 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 422 | 204 | 218 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,660 | 915 | 745 |
| Illiterate Population | 618 | 227 | 391 |
Nearby Villages of Karve
Karve 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jambhalewadi | South-West | 2.73 km |
| Shekharwadi | South | 2.85 km |
| Dhagewadi | East | 2.89 km |
| Kapari | West | 3.30 km |
| Aitavade Bk | South-East | 3.60 km |
| Red | North-West | 3.86 km |
| Chikhalwadi | South-West | 3.89 km |
| Maralnathpur | North-East | 3.89 km |
| Jakraiwadi | East | 4.46 km |
| Rethare Dharan | North-East | 4.83 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karve
Karve is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhavani Nagar, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 28.3 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 Uran Islampur to Karve is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Karve is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karve
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karve village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Karve
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karve village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karve
Where is Karve located?
Karve village is located in Walwa Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karve?
Karve is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karve?
The pincode of Karve is 415401.
What is the population of Karve?
Karve had a total population of 2,278, including 1,142 males and 1,136 females.
How many households are there in Karve?
Karve had 507 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karve?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karve was 81.09%. Male literacy was 89.36% and female literacy was 72.83%.