Beldare - Karad, Satara
Beldare is a village situated in the Karad tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karad and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Beldare village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Beldare is 564566. The village covers a total geographical area of 492.25 hectares and falls under the 415114 pincode. Karad is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Beldare village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Patan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Satara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Beldare
As per Census 2011, Beldare village has a total population of 1,307 people, consisting of 644 males and 663 females. The village has 294 households and a sex ratio of 1,029 females per 1,000 males. There are 127 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 986 literate and 321 illiterate residents. Additionally, 20 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 12 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Beldare are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,307 | 644 | 663 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 127 | 57 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 10 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 5 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 986 | 531 | 455 |
| Illiterate Population | 321 | 113 | 208 |
Nearby Villages of Beldare
Beldare 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bholewadi | West | 1.38 km |
| Mhopre | South | 1.70 km |
| Shedgewadi | West | 2.21 km |
| Charegaon | North | 2.83 km |
| Vastisakurdi | South-East | 2.92 km |
| Talbid | East | 3.03 km |
| Vihe | South-West | 3.12 km |
| Bhavanwadi | North | 3.41 km |
| Shitalwadi | North-West | 3.46 km |
| Sakurdi | South | 3.67 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Beldare
Beldare is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Shirravde, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 61.3 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 Beldare is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Beldare 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 Beldare
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Beldare 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 Beldare
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Beldare 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Beldare
Where is Beldare located?
Beldare village is located in Karad Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Beldare?
Beldare is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Beldare?
The pincode of Beldare is 415114.
What is the population of Beldare?
Beldare has a total population of 1,307, including 644 males and 663 females.
How many households are there in Beldare?
There are 294 households in Beldare.
What is the literacy rate in Beldare?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Beldare is 75.44%. Male literacy is 82.45% and female literacy is 68.63%.