Charegaon - Karad, Satara
Charegaon is a village situated in the Karad tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karad and around 29 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Charegaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charegaon is 564529. The village covers a total geographical area of 908 hectares and falls under the 415109 pincode. Karad is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Charegaon 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 North Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Satara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Charegaon
As per Census 2011, Charegaon village has a total population of 5,398 people, consisting of 2,735 males and 2,663 females. The village has 1,117 households and a sex ratio of 973 females per 1,000 males. There are 526 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,151 literate and 1,247 illiterate residents. Additionally, 715 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 14 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Charegaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,398 | 2,735 | 2,663 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 526 | 290 | 236 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 715 | 351 | 364 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 4,151 | 2,225 | 1,926 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,247 | 510 | 737 |
Nearby Villages of Charegaon
Charegaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhavanwadi | East | 1.74 km |
| Khalkarwadi | North-West | 1.86 km |
| Shitalwadi | West | 2.21 km |
| Kalantrewadi | North | 2.24 km |
| Bholewadi | South | 2.63 km |
| Beldare | South | 2.83 km |
| Shedgewadi | South-West | 3.18 km |
| Andharwadi | North | 3.36 km |
| Umbraj | North | 3.81 km |
| Majgaon | North-West | 3.89 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Charegaon
Charegaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Masur, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 63.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karad to Charegaon is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Charegaon is about 29 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Charegaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charegaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Charegaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Charegaon 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 Charegaon
Where is Charegaon located?
Charegaon village is located in Karad Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Charegaon?
Charegaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Charegaon?
The pincode of Charegaon is 415109.
What is the population of Charegaon?
Charegaon has a total population of 5,398, including 2,735 males and 2,663 females.
How many households are there in Charegaon?
There are 1,117 households in Charegaon.
What is the literacy rate in Charegaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charegaon is 76.90%. Male literacy is 81.35% and female literacy is 72.32%.