Karve - Karad, Satara
Karve 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. Karve village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karve is 564670. The village covers a total geographical area of 915 hectares and falls under the 415124 pincode. Karad is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Karve 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 Karve
As per Census 2011, Karve village has a total population of 7,451 people, consisting of 3,849 males and 3,602 females. The village has 1,574 households and a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males. There are 708 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,730 literate and 1,721 illiterate residents. Additionally, 813 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 67 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karve are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,451 | 3,849 | 3,602 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 708 | 394 | 314 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 813 | 416 | 397 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 67 | 33 | 34 |
| Literate Population | 5,730 | 3,184 | 2,546 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,721 | 665 | 1,056 |
Nearby Villages of Karve
Karve 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Koregaon | North-East | 2.21 km |
| Wadgaon Haveli | South-East | 2.89 km |
| Goleshwar | West | 4.03 km |
| Tembhu | North | 4.13 km |
| Dushere | South-West | 4.34 km |
| Kodoli | South-West | 4.41 km |
| Apshinge | North-East | 4.93 km |
| Shere | South | 5.21 km |
| Kapil | West | 5.22 km |
| Kotawade | East | 5.29 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karve
Karve is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Karad, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 51.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Karve is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Karve 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 Karve
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karve village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Karve
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karve village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Karve
Where is Karve located?
Karve village is located in Karad Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karve?
Karve is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karve?
The pincode of Karve is 415124.
What is the population of Karve?
Karve has a total population of 7,451, including 3,849 males and 3,602 females.
How many households are there in Karve?
There are 1,574 households in Karve.
What is the literacy rate in Karve?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karve is 76.90%. Male literacy is 82.72% and female literacy is 70.68%.