Gondi - Karad, Satara
Gondi is a village situated in the Karad tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karad and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Gondi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gondi is 564679. The village covers a total geographical area of 316.12 hectares and falls under the 415108 pincode. Karad is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Gondi 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 Gondi
As per Census 2011, Gondi village has a total population of 2,074 people, consisting of 1,058 males and 1,016 females. The village has 434 households and a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males. There are 219 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,546 literate and 528 illiterate residents. Additionally, 206 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gondi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,074 | 1,058 | 1,016 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 219 | 118 | 101 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 206 | 98 | 108 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 1 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 1,546 | 856 | 690 |
| Illiterate Population | 528 | 202 | 326 |
Nearby Villages of Gondi
Gondi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Julewadi | South | 1.21 km |
| Kille Machhindra Gad | South-East | 2.09 km |
| Beradmachi | South | 2.49 km |
| Shenoli | North-East | 3.07 km |
| Rethare Bk. | South-West | 3.28 km |
| Khubi | South | 3.53 km |
| Shere | North | 3.60 km |
| Rethare Kh. | West | 4.18 km |
| Atake | North-West | 4.37 km |
| Lavanmachi | East | 4.45 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gondi
Gondi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Shenoli, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.3 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karad to Gondi is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Gondi 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 Gondi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gondi 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 Gondi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gondi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gondi
Where is Gondi located?
Gondi village is located in Karad Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gondi?
Gondi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gondi?
The pincode of Gondi is 415108.
What is the population of Gondi?
Gondi has a total population of 2,074, including 1,058 males and 1,016 females.
How many households are there in Gondi?
There are 434 households in Gondi.
What is the literacy rate in Gondi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gondi is 74.54%. Male literacy is 80.91% and female literacy is 67.91%.