Gosavewadi - Karad, Satara
Gosavewadi is a village situated in the Karad tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karad and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Gosavewadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gosavewadi is 564492. The village covers a total geographical area of 335 hectares and falls under the 415106 pincode. Rahimatpur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Gosavewadi 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 North Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Satara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gosavewadi
According to the 2011 Census, Gosavewadi village had a total population of 393 people, including 185 males and 208 females, living in 88 households. The sex ratio was 1,124 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.68%, with male literacy at 91.57% and female literacy at 65.43%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 26.
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 | 393 | 185 | 208 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 19 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 26 | 11 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 275 | 152 | 123 |
| Illiterate Population | 118 | 33 | 85 |
Nearby Villages of Gosavewadi
Gosavewadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Padali Helgaon | North-East | 2.10 km |
| Nigadi | South | 2.17 km |
| Banugadewadi | North-West | 2.24 km |
| Helgaon | West | 2.62 km |
| Gholapwadi | East | 3.26 km |
| Gaikwadwadi | North-East | 3.78 km |
| Hanbarwadi | South-West | 3.93 km |
| Kacharewadi | South-West | 4.33 km |
| Chinchani | West | 4.61 km |
| Belwadi | West | 4.98 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gosavewadi
Gosavewadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Targaon, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Rahimatpur to Gosavewadi is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Gosavewadi is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gosavewadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gosavewadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Gosavewadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gosavewadi 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 Gosavewadi
Where is Gosavewadi located?
Gosavewadi village is located in Karad Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gosavewadi?
Gosavewadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gosavewadi?
The pincode of Gosavewadi is 415106.
What is the population of Gosavewadi?
Gosavewadi had a total population of 393, including 185 males and 208 females.
How many households are there in Gosavewadi?
Gosavewadi had 88 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gosavewadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gosavewadi was 77.68%. Male literacy was 91.57% and female literacy was 65.43%.