Havelwadi - Karad, Satara
Havelwadi is a village situated in the Karad tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karad and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Havelwadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Havelwadi is 564607. The village covers a total geographical area of 100.92 hectares and falls under the 415111 pincode. Karad is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Havelwadi 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 Havelwadi
As per Census 2011, Havelwadi village has a total population of 471 people, consisting of 236 males and 235 females. The village has 110 households and a sex ratio of 995 females per 1,000 males. There are 31 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 365 literate and 106 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Havelwadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 471 | 236 | 235 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 13 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 1 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 365 | 203 | 162 |
| Illiterate Population | 106 | 33 | 73 |
Nearby Villages of Havelwadi
Havelwadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Savade | South | 1.11 km |
| Latakewadi | North-West | 1.73 km |
| Mhasoli | West | 2.52 km |
| Tulsan | North | 2.64 km |
| Undale | South-East | 2.86 km |
| Talgaon | South | 2.99 km |
| Ond | East | 3.88 km |
| Shelakewadi (mhasoli) | West | 4.07 km |
| Ghogaon | South | 4.44 km |
| Vanarwadi | North | 4.74 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Havelwadi
Havelwadi 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 47.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karad to Havelwadi is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Havelwadi is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Havelwadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Havelwadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Havelwadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Havelwadi 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 Havelwadi
Where is Havelwadi located?
Havelwadi village is located in Karad Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Havelwadi?
Havelwadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Havelwadi?
The pincode of Havelwadi is 415111.
What is the population of Havelwadi?
Havelwadi has a total population of 471, including 236 males and 235 females.
How many households are there in Havelwadi?
There are 110 households in Havelwadi.
What is the literacy rate in Havelwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Havelwadi is 77.49%. Male literacy is 86.02% and female literacy is 68.94%.