Julewadi - Karad, Satara
Julewadi is a village situated in the Karad tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karad and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Julewadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Julewadi is 564680. The village covers a total geographical area of 125.75 hectares and falls under the 415108 pincode. Karad is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Julewadi 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 Julewadi
As per Census 2011, Julewadi village has a total population of 3,447 people, consisting of 1,777 males and 1,670 females. The village has 875 households and a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males. There are 382 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,218 literate and 1,229 illiterate residents. Additionally, 344 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Julewadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,447 | 1,777 | 1,670 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 382 | 212 | 170 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 344 | 182 | 162 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 2,218 | 1,221 | 997 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,229 | 556 | 673 |
Nearby Villages of Julewadi
Julewadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gondi | North | 1.21 km |
| Beradmachi | South-East | 1.59 km |
| Kille Machhindra Gad | East | 1.87 km |
| Khubi | South | 2.32 km |
| Rethare Bk. | West | 2.50 km |
| Shenoli | North-East | 3.93 km |
| Narsihapur | South-East | 4.34 km |
| Rethare Kh. | North-West | 4.35 km |
| Dhotrewadi | South-West | 4.36 km |
| Lavanmachi | East | 4.45 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Julewadi
Julewadi 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 43.4 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karad to Julewadi is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Julewadi is about 67 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 Julewadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Julewadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Julewadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Julewadi 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 Julewadi
Where is Julewadi located?
Julewadi village is located in Karad Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Julewadi?
Julewadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Julewadi?
The pincode of Julewadi is 415108.
What is the population of Julewadi?
Julewadi has a total population of 3,447, including 1,777 males and 1,670 females.
How many households are there in Julewadi?
There are 875 households in Julewadi.
What is the literacy rate in Julewadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Julewadi is 64.35%. Male literacy is 68.71% and female literacy is 59.70%.