Munawale - Karad, Satara
Munawale is a village situated in the Karad tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karad and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Munawale village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Munawale is 564646. The village covers a total geographical area of 195.39 hectares and falls under the 415539 pincode. Karad is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Munawale 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 South Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Satara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Munawale
According to the 2011 Census, Munawale village had a total population of 301 people, including 158 males and 143 females, living in 63 households. The sex ratio was 905 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.09%, with male literacy at 88.71% and female literacy at 67.72%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 4, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3.
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 | 301 | 158 | 143 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 34 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 196 | 110 | 86 |
| Illiterate Population | 105 | 48 | 57 |
Nearby Villages of Munawale
Munawale 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 Munawale
Munawale is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karad to Munawale is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Munawale is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Munawale
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Munawale 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Munawale
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Munawale village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Munawale
Where is Munawale located?
Munawale village is located in Karad Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Munawale?
Munawale is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Munawale?
The pincode of Munawale is 415539.
What is the population of Munawale?
Munawale had a total population of 301, including 158 males and 143 females.
How many households are there in Munawale?
Munawale had 63 households.
What is the literacy rate in Munawale?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Munawale was 78.09%. Male literacy was 88.71% and female literacy was 67.72%.