Delewadi - Karad, Satara
Delewadi is a village situated in the Karad tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karad and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Delewadi village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Delewadi is 564582. The village covers a total geographical area of 209.35 hectares and falls under the 415114 pincode. Karad is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Delewadi 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 Delewadi
According to the 2011 Census, Delewadi village had a total population of 625 people, including 321 males and 304 females, living in 142 households. The sex ratio was 947 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.19%, with male literacy at 95.45% and female literacy at 78.62%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 10.
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 | 625 | 321 | 304 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 35 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 3 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 490 | 273 | 217 |
| Illiterate Population | 135 | 48 | 87 |
Nearby Villages of Delewadi
Delewadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Arewadi | North | 0.91 km |
| Ane | South-East | 1.94 km |
| Ambavade | South | 2.45 km |
| Tambave | North-East | 3.01 km |
| Yenake | East | 3.15 km |
| Sajur | North-West | 3.38 km |
| Jarewadi | West | 3.73 km |
| Kadhane | South-West | 3.78 km |
| Bahule | West | 4.04 km |
| Kusur | South | 4.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Delewadi
Delewadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Shirravde, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.6 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 Delewadi is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Delewadi 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 Delewadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Delewadi 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Delewadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Delewadi 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Delewadi
Where is Delewadi located?
Delewadi village is located in Karad Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Delewadi?
Delewadi is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Delewadi?
The pincode of Delewadi is 415114.
What is the population of Delewadi?
Delewadi had a total population of 625, including 321 males and 304 females.
How many households are there in Delewadi?
Delewadi had 142 households.
What is the literacy rate in Delewadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Delewadi was 87.19%. Male literacy was 95.45% and female literacy was 78.62%.