Chaugulemala - Karad, Satara
Chaugulemala is a village situated in the Karad tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karad and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Chougulemala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chaugulemala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chaugulemala is 564654. The village covers a total geographical area of 326.4 hectares and falls under the 415104 pincode. Karad is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Chaugulemala 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 Chaugulemala
As per Census 2011, Chaugulemala village has a total population of 935 people, consisting of 509 males and 426 females. The village has 175 households and a sex ratio of 836 females per 1,000 males. There are 84 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 709 literate and 226 illiterate residents. Additionally, 18 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chaugulemala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 935 | 509 | 426 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 48 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 11 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 5 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 709 | 408 | 301 |
| Illiterate Population | 226 | 101 | 125 |
Nearby Villages of Chaugulemala
Chaugulemala is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Chaugulemala
Chaugulemala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Chaugulemala.
| 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 Chaugulemala is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Chaugulemala is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chaugulemala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chaugulemala 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chaugulemala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chaugulemala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chaugulemala
Where is Chaugulemala located?
Chaugulemala village is located in Karad Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chaugulemala?
The Gram Panchayat of Chaugulemala is Chougulemala.
What is the pincode of Chaugulemala?
The pincode of Chaugulemala is 415104.
What is the population of Chaugulemala?
Chaugulemala has a total population of 935, including 509 males and 426 females.
How many households are there in Chaugulemala?
There are 175 households in Chaugulemala.
What is the literacy rate in Chaugulemala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chaugulemala is 75.83%. Male literacy is 80.16% and female literacy is 70.66%.