Kharade - Karad, Satara
Kharade is a village situated in the Karad tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karad and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Kharade village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kharade is 564496. The village covers a total geographical area of 514.58 hectares and falls under the 415109 pincode. Rahimatpur is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Kharade 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 Kharade
As per Census 2011, Kharade village has a total population of 1,607 people, consisting of 801 males and 806 females. The village has 346 households and a sex ratio of 1,006 females per 1,000 males. There are 135 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,337 literate and 270 illiterate residents. Additionally, 211 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kharade are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,607 | 801 | 806 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 135 | 73 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 211 | 95 | 116 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,337 | 690 | 647 |
| Illiterate Population | 270 | 111 | 159 |
Nearby Villages of Kharade
Kharade 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Belwadi | North-East | 1.85 km |
| June Kavathe | South | 1.87 km |
| Kacharewadi | East | 1.95 km |
| Navin Kavathe | South | 2.02 km |
| Chinchani | North-East | 3.20 km |
| Perale | North-West | 3.21 km |
| Hanbarwadi | East | 3.23 km |
| Korti | South-West | 3.30 km |
| Kalgaon | North | 3.45 km |
| Bhuyachiwadi | West | 3.69 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kharade
Kharade is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Masur, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 68.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rahimatpur to Kharade is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Kharade is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kharade
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kharade village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kharade
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kharade 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kharade
Where is Kharade located?
Kharade village is located in Karad Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kharade?
Kharade is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kharade?
The pincode of Kharade is 415109.
What is the population of Kharade?
Kharade has a total population of 1,607, including 801 males and 806 females.
How many households are there in Kharade?
There are 346 households in Kharade.
What is the literacy rate in Kharade?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kharade is 83.20%. Male literacy is 86.14% and female literacy is 80.27%.