Perale - Karad, Satara
Perale is a village situated in the Karad tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karad and around 29 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Perle serves as the Gram Panchayat for Perale village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Perale is 564479. The village covers a total geographical area of 1219 hectares and falls under the 415109 pincode. Karad is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Perale 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 Perale
As per Census 2011, Perale village has a total population of 3,073 people, consisting of 1,584 males and 1,489 females. The village has 647 households and a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males. There are 319 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,195 literate and 878 illiterate residents. Additionally, 393 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 18 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Perale are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,073 | 1,584 | 1,489 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 319 | 169 | 150 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 393 | 198 | 195 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 18 | 8 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 2,195 | 1,205 | 990 |
| Illiterate Population | 878 | 379 | 499 |
Nearby Villages of Perale
Perale 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhuyachiwadi | South-West | 2.05 km |
| Tukaiwadi | North | 2.87 km |
| Kashil | North-West | 3.02 km |
| Kharade | South-East | 3.21 km |
| Kalgaon | North-East | 3.44 km |
| Belwadi | East | 3.54 km |
| Koparde | North | 3.71 km |
| Bhosalewadi | South | 3.78 km |
| Korti | South | 4.01 km |
| Chinchani | East | 4.14 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Perale
Perale is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Masur, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.9 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 Perale is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Perale is about 29 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 Perale
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Perale village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Perale
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Perale 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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Perale
Where is Perale located?
Perale village is located in Karad Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Perale?
The Gram Panchayat of Perale is Perle.
What is the pincode of Perale?
The pincode of Perale is 415109.
What is the population of Perale?
Perale has a total population of 3,073, including 1,584 males and 1,489 females.
How many households are there in Perale?
There are 647 households in Perale.
What is the literacy rate in Perale?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Perale is 71.43%. Male literacy is 76.07% and female literacy is 66.49%.