Pawarwadi - Karad, Satara
Pawarwadi is a village situated in the Karad tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karad and around 77 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Bamanwadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pawarwadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pawarwadi is 564598. The village covers a total geographical area of 70.52 hectares and falls under the 415111 pincode. Karad is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Pawarwadi 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 Pawarwadi
According to the 2011 Census, Pawarwadi village had a total population of 271 people, including 131 males and 140 females, living in 78 households. The sex ratio was 1,069 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.28%, with male literacy at 88.89% and female literacy at 59.23%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 7.
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 | 271 | 131 | 140 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 14 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 181 | 104 | 77 |
| Illiterate Population | 90 | 27 | 63 |
Nearby Villages of Pawarwadi
Pawarwadi 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 Pawarwadi
Pawarwadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Pawarwadi is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Pawarwadi is about 77 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pawarwadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pawarwadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Pawarwadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pawarwadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pawarwadi
Where is Pawarwadi located?
Pawarwadi village is located in Karad Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pawarwadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Pawarwadi is Bamanwadi.
What is the pincode of Pawarwadi?
The pincode of Pawarwadi is 415111.
What is the population of Pawarwadi?
Pawarwadi had a total population of 271, including 131 males and 140 females.
How many households are there in Pawarwadi?
Pawarwadi had 78 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pawarwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pawarwadi was 73.28%. Male literacy was 88.89% and female literacy was 59.23%.