Koriwale - Karad, Satara
Koriwale is a village situated in the Karad tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karad and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Koriwale village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Koriwale is 564482. The village covers a total geographical area of 712.6 hectares and falls under the 415109 pincode. Karad is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Koriwale 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 Koriwale
As per Census 2011, Koriwale village has a total population of 1,107 people, consisting of 565 males and 542 females. The village has 262 households and a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males. There are 91 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 771 literate and 336 illiterate residents. Additionally, 78 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Koriwale are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,107 | 565 | 542 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 52 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 78 | 38 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 771 | 424 | 347 |
| Illiterate Population | 336 | 141 | 195 |
Nearby Villages of Koriwale
Koriwale 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sabalwadi | South-East | 1.86 km |
| Chore | North-West | 2.35 km |
| Mathanewadi | South-West | 2.43 km |
| Indoli | North-East | 2.71 km |
| Hingnole | East | 3.16 km |
| Andharwadi | South-East | 3.53 km |
| Jalagewadi | West | 3.73 km |
| Vadgaon Umbraj | North | 3.89 km |
| Majgaon | South | 4.28 km |
| Chafal | South-West | 4.45 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Koriwale
Koriwale 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 68.7 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karad to Koriwale is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Koriwale is about 40 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 Koriwale
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Koriwale 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Koriwale
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Koriwale 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Koriwale
Where is Koriwale located?
Koriwale village is located in Karad Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Koriwale?
Koriwale is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Koriwale?
The pincode of Koriwale is 415109.
What is the population of Koriwale?
Koriwale has a total population of 1,107, including 565 males and 542 females.
How many households are there in Koriwale?
There are 262 households in Koriwale.
What is the literacy rate in Koriwale?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Koriwale is 69.65%. Male literacy is 75.04% and female literacy is 64.02%.