Dushere - Karad, Satara
Dushere 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. Dushere village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dushere is 564673. The village covers a total geographical area of 348.29 hectares and falls under the 415108 pincode. Karad is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Dushere 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 Dushere
As per Census 2011, Dushere village has a total population of 2,458 people, consisting of 1,256 males and 1,202 females. The village has 505 households and a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males. There are 209 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,973 literate and 485 illiterate residents. Additionally, 308 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dushere are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,458 | 1,256 | 1,202 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 209 | 119 | 90 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 308 | 153 | 155 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,973 | 1,070 | 903 |
| Illiterate Population | 485 | 186 | 299 |
Nearby Villages of Dushere
Dushere 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kodoli | North-West | 1.71 km |
| Atake | South | 2.30 km |
| Narayanwadi | West | 3.88 km |
| Shere | East | 3.89 km |
| Rethare Kh. | South | 4.11 km |
| Nandlapur | West | 4.13 km |
| Karve | North-East | 4.34 km |
| Wadgaon Haveli | East | 4.47 km |
| Goleshwar | North-West | 4.57 km |
| Kapil | North-West | 4.66 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dushere
Dushere 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 48.3 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karad to Dushere is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Dushere 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 Dushere
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dushere 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 Dushere
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dushere village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Dushere
Where is Dushere located?
Dushere village is located in Karad Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dushere?
Dushere is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dushere?
The pincode of Dushere is 415108.
What is the population of Dushere?
Dushere has a total population of 2,458, including 1,256 males and 1,202 females.
How many households are there in Dushere?
There are 505 households in Dushere.
What is the literacy rate in Dushere?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dushere is 80.27%. Male literacy is 85.19% and female literacy is 75.12%.