Ganeshwadi - Karad, Satara
Ganeshwadi is a village situated in the Karad tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karad and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Ganeshwadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ganeshwadi is 564626. The village covers a total geographical area of 210 hectares and falls under the 415111 pincode. Karad is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Ganeshwadi 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 Ganeshwadi
According to the 2011 Census, Ganeshwadi village had a total population of 815 people, including 402 males and 413 females, living in 175 households. The sex ratio was 1,027 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.81%, with male literacy at 85.37% and female literacy at 62.09%.
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 | 815 | 402 | 413 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 33 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 541 | 315 | 226 |
| Illiterate Population | 274 | 87 | 187 |
Nearby Villages of Ganeshwadi
Ganeshwadi 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 Ganeshwadi
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Ganeshwadi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karad to Ganeshwadi is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Ganeshwadi is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ganeshwadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ganeshwadi 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 Ganeshwadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ganeshwadi 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ganeshwadi
Where is Ganeshwadi located?
Ganeshwadi village is located in Karad Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ganeshwadi?
Ganeshwadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ganeshwadi?
The pincode of Ganeshwadi is 415111.
What is the population of Ganeshwadi?
Ganeshwadi had a total population of 815, including 402 males and 413 females.
How many households are there in Ganeshwadi?
Ganeshwadi had 175 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ganeshwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ganeshwadi was 73.81%. Male literacy was 85.37% and female literacy was 62.09%.