Belavade Bk - Karad, Satara
Belavade Bk is a village situated in the Karad tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karad and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Belawade Bk serves as the Gram Panchayat for Belavade Bk village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Belavade Bk is 564664. The village covers a total geographical area of 465 hectares and falls under the 415539 pincode. Karad is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Belavade Bk village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karad South Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Satara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Belavade Bk
As per Census 2011, Belavade Bk village has a total population of 4,097 people, consisting of 2,063 males and 2,034 females. The village has 801 households and a sex ratio of 985 females per 1,000 males. There are 448 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,091 literate and 1,006 illiterate residents. Additionally, 548 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 30 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Belavade Bk are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,097 | 2,063 | 2,034 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 448 | 246 | 202 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 548 | 265 | 283 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 30 | 14 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 3,091 | 1,641 | 1,450 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,006 | 422 | 584 |
Nearby Villages of Belavade Bk
Belavade Bk 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Malkhed | East | 2.02 km |
| Kalvade | North-West | 2.50 km |
| Kasegaon | South-East | 3.24 km |
| Vathar | North | 3.43 km |
| Kasarshirambe | South-West | 3.96 km |
| Rethare Kh. | North-East | 4.65 km |
| Rethare Bk. | East | 4.93 km |
| Shene | South | 5.37 km |
| Kale | North-West | 5.55 km |
| Manu | West | 5.84 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Belavade Bk
Belavade Bk 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 43.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karad to Belavade Bk is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Belavade Bk 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 Belavade Bk
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Belavade Bk 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 Belavade Bk
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Belavade Bk 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 Belavade Bk
Where is Belavade Bk located?
Belavade Bk village is located in Karad Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Belavade Bk?
The Gram Panchayat of Belavade Bk is Belawade Bk.
What is the pincode of Belavade Bk?
The pincode of Belavade Bk is 415539.
What is the population of Belavade Bk?
Belavade Bk has a total population of 4,097, including 2,063 males and 2,034 females.
How many households are there in Belavade Bk?
There are 801 households in Belavade Bk.
What is the literacy rate in Belavade Bk?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Belavade Bk is 75.45%. Male literacy is 79.54% and female literacy is 71.29%.