Khodjaiwadi - Karad, Satara
Khodjaiwadi is a village situated in the Karad tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karad and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Khodjaiwadi village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khodjaiwadi is 564500. The village covers a total geographical area of 404 hectares and falls under the 415106 pincode. Karad is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Khodjaiwadi 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 Khodjaiwadi
According to the 2011 Census, Khodjaiwadi village had a total population of 362 people, including 186 males and 176 females, living in 85 households. The sex ratio was 946 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.96%, with male literacy at 96.49% and female literacy at 85.09%.
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 | 362 | 186 | 176 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 15 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 302 | 165 | 137 |
| Illiterate Population | 60 | 21 | 39 |
Nearby Villages of Khodjaiwadi
Khodjaiwadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kival | South | 2.07 km |
| Gholapwadi | North-West | 2.32 km |
| Girijashankarwadi | North-East | 2.35 km |
| Gaikwadwadi | North | 4.35 km |
| Rajache Kurle | East | 4.43 km |
| Shamgaon | South-East | 4.62 km |
| Nigadi | West | 4.83 km |
| Chikhali | South-West | 5.03 km |
| Nagzari | North | 5.17 km |
| Gosavewadi | North-West | 5.56 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khodjaiwadi
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Khodjaiwadi. The nearest railway station is Masur, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 66.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Khodjaiwadi is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Khodjaiwadi is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khodjaiwadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khodjaiwadi 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khodjaiwadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khodjaiwadi 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 Khodjaiwadi
Where is Khodjaiwadi located?
Khodjaiwadi village is located in Karad Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Khodjaiwadi?
Khodjaiwadi is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khodjaiwadi?
The pincode of Khodjaiwadi is 415106.
What is the population of Khodjaiwadi?
Khodjaiwadi had a total population of 362, including 186 males and 176 females.
How many households are there in Khodjaiwadi?
Khodjaiwadi had 85 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khodjaiwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khodjaiwadi was 90.96%. Male literacy was 96.49% and female literacy was 85.09%.