Meravewadi - Karad, Satara
Meravewadi is a village situated in the Karad tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karad and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Mervewadi serves as the Village Panchayat for Meravewadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Meravewadi is 564539. The village covers a total geographical area of 362.66 hectares and falls under the 415105 pincode. Karad is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Meravewadi 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 Meravewadi
According to the 2011 Census, Meravewadi village had a total population of 627 people, including 323 males and 304 females, living in 124 households. The sex ratio was 941 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.25%, with male literacy at 87.72% and female literacy at 84.73%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 16.
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 | 627 | 323 | 304 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 38 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 9 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 483 | 250 | 233 |
| Illiterate Population | 144 | 73 | 71 |
Nearby Villages of Meravewadi
Meravewadi is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Meravewadi
Meravewadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Meravewadi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Meravewadi is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Meravewadi is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Meravewadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Meravewadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Meravewadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Meravewadi 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 Meravewadi
Where is Meravewadi located?
Meravewadi village is located in Karad Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Meravewadi?
The Village Panchayat of Meravewadi is Mervewadi.
What is the pincode of Meravewadi?
The pincode of Meravewadi is 415105.
What is the population of Meravewadi?
Meravewadi had a total population of 627, including 323 males and 304 females.
How many households are there in Meravewadi?
Meravewadi had 124 households.
What is the literacy rate in Meravewadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Meravewadi was 86.25%. Male literacy was 87.72% and female literacy was 84.73%.