Jinti - Karad, Satara
Jinti is a village situated in the Karad tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karad and around 82 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Jinti village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jinti is 564636. The village covers a total geographical area of 734.16 hectares and falls under the 415111 pincode. Karad is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Jinti 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 Jinti
According to the 2011 Census, Jinti village had a total population of 1,773 people, including 893 males and 880 females, living in 397 households. The sex ratio was 985 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.38%, with male literacy at 90.81% and female literacy at 73.91%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 124.
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 | 1,773 | 893 | 880 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 167 | 88 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 124 | 60 | 64 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,323 | 731 | 592 |
| Illiterate Population | 450 | 162 | 288 |
Nearby Villages of Jinti
Jinti 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Maharugadewadi | North | 2.23 km |
| Akaichiwadi | West | 2.24 km |
| Ghagarewadi | South | 3.02 km |
| Panumbre Tarf Shirala | South | 3.18 km |
| Pachumbri | East | 3.45 km |
| Girajawade | South-West | 3.64 km |
| Ghogaon | North-West | 4.16 km |
| Talgaon | North | 4.31 km |
| Yenape | West | 4.61 km |
| Takave | South-East | 5.02 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jinti
Jinti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Shenoli, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karad to Jinti is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Jinti is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jinti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jinti 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jinti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jinti 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jinti
Where is Jinti located?
Jinti village is located in Karad Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Jinti?
Jinti is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jinti?
The pincode of Jinti is 415111.
What is the population of Jinti?
Jinti had a total population of 1,773, including 893 males and 880 females.
How many households are there in Jinti?
Jinti had 397 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jinti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jinti was 82.38%. Male literacy was 90.81% and female literacy was 73.91%.