Govare - Karad, Satara
Govare is a village situated in the Karad tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karad and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Goware serves as the Gram Panchayat for Govare village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Govare is 564562. The village covers a total geographical area of 558.11 hectares and falls under the 415105 pincode. Karad is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Govare 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 Govare
As per Census 2011, Govare village has a total population of 4,767 people, consisting of 2,402 males and 2,365 females. The village has 985 households and a sex ratio of 984 females per 1,000 males. There are 471 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,702 literate and 1,065 illiterate residents. Additionally, 548 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 27 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Govare are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,767 | 2,402 | 2,365 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 471 | 235 | 236 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 548 | 286 | 262 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 27 | 16 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 3,702 | 1,966 | 1,736 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,065 | 436 | 629 |
Nearby Villages of Govare
Govare 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sayapur | North-East | 2.09 km |
| Karad | South-West | 2.29 km |
| Vanvasmachi (sadashivgad) | North-East | 2.79 km |
| Hajarmachi | North-East | 3.11 km |
| Virvade | North | 3.16 km |
| Tembhu | East | 4.20 km |
| Gote | West | 4.31 km |
| Goleshwar | South | 4.43 km |
| Parle | North | 4.47 km |
| Rajmachi | North-East | 4.85 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Govare
Govare is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Karad, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karad to Govare is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Govare 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 Govare
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Govare village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Govare
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Govare village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Govare
Where is Govare located?
Govare village is located in Karad Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Govare?
The Gram Panchayat of Govare is Goware.
What is the pincode of Govare?
The pincode of Govare is 415105.
What is the population of Govare?
Govare has a total population of 4,767, including 2,402 males and 2,365 females.
How many households are there in Govare?
There are 985 households in Govare.
What is the literacy rate in Govare?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Govare is 77.66%. Male literacy is 81.85% and female literacy is 73.40%.