Karavadi - Karad, Satara
Karavadi is a village situated in the Karad tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karad and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Karawadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karavadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karavadi is 564544. The village covers a total geographical area of 689.34 hectares and falls under the 415105 pincode. Karad is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Karavadi 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 Karavadi
As per Census 2011, Karavadi village has a total population of 3,588 people, consisting of 1,870 males and 1,718 females. The village has 745 households and a sex ratio of 918 females per 1,000 males. There are 365 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,725 literate and 863 illiterate residents. Additionally, 454 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 38 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karavadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,588 | 1,870 | 1,718 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 365 | 206 | 159 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 454 | 230 | 224 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 38 | 22 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 2,725 | 1,502 | 1,223 |
| Illiterate Population | 863 | 368 | 495 |
Nearby Villages of Karavadi
Karavadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Virvade | South-West | 2.17 km |
| Vagheri | North-East | 2.50 km |
| Vanvasmachi (sadashivgad) | South | 2.53 km |
| Rajmachi | South-East | 2.79 km |
| Parle | West | 2.98 km |
| Hajarmachi | South | 3.32 km |
| Vadoli Nileshwar | North-West | 3.40 km |
| Sayapur | South | 4.09 km |
| Babarmachi | South-East | 4.74 km |
| Koparde Haveli | West | 4.94 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karavadi
Karavadi 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 58.5 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karad to Karavadi is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Karavadi is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karavadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karavadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Karavadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karavadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Karavadi
Where is Karavadi located?
Karavadi village is located in Karad Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karavadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Karavadi is Karawadi.
What is the pincode of Karavadi?
The pincode of Karavadi is 415105.
What is the population of Karavadi?
Karavadi has a total population of 3,588, including 1,870 males and 1,718 females.
How many households are there in Karavadi?
There are 745 households in Karavadi.
What is the literacy rate in Karavadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karavadi is 75.95%. Male literacy is 80.32% and female literacy is 71.19%.