Kival - Karad, Satara
Kival is a village situated in the Karad tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karad and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Kival village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kival is 564501. The village covers a total geographical area of 1704 hectares and falls under the 415106 pincode. Karad is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Kival 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 Kival
According to the 2011 Census, Kival village had a total population of 3,035 people, including 1,545 males and 1,490 females, living in 625 households. The sex ratio was 964 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.53%, with male literacy at 90.06% and female literacy at 79.02%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 304, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 48.
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 | 3,035 | 1,545 | 1,490 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 314 | 187 | 127 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 304 | 161 | 143 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 48 | 24 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 2,300 | 1,223 | 1,077 |
| Illiterate Population | 735 | 322 | 413 |
Nearby Villages of Kival
Kival 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khodjaiwadi | North | 2.07 km |
| Gholapwadi | North | 3.33 km |
| Chikhali | West | 3.60 km |
| Antvadi | South | 3.78 km |
| Shamgaon | East | 4.12 km |
| Risvad | South-West | 4.38 km |
| Girijashankarwadi | North-East | 4.41 km |
| Nigadi | North-West | 4.58 km |
| Malwadi | South-West | 5.62 km |
| Rajache Kurle | North-East | 5.69 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kival
Kival is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Masur, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 65.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karad to Kival is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Kival is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kival
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kival village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kival
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kival 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 Kival
Where is Kival located?
Kival village is located in Karad Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Kival?
Kival is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kival?
The pincode of Kival is 415106.
What is the population of Kival?
Kival had a total population of 3,035, including 1,545 males and 1,490 females.
How many households are there in Kival?
Kival had 625 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kival?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kival was 84.53%. Male literacy was 90.06% and female literacy was 79.02%.