Rethare Bk. - Karad, Satara
Rethare Bk. 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 70 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Rethare Bk. village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rethare Bk. is 564681. The village covers a total geographical area of 1488.14 hectares and falls under the 415108 pincode. Karad is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Rethare Bk. 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 Rethare Bk.
As per Census 2011, Rethare Bk. village has a total population of 12,004 people, consisting of 6,126 males and 5,878 females. The village has 2,397 households and a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,204 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 9,399 literate and 2,605 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,579 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 82 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rethare Bk. are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 12,004 | 6,126 | 5,878 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,204 | 613 | 591 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,579 | 798 | 781 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 82 | 50 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 9,399 | 5,077 | 4,322 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,605 | 1,049 | 1,556 |
Nearby Villages of Rethare Bk.
Rethare Bk. 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Julewadi | East | 2.50 km |
| Khubi | South-East | 2.52 km |
| Malkhed | West | 2.91 km |
| Dhotrewadi | South | 3.13 km |
| Rethare Kh. | North-West | 3.18 km |
| Gondi | North-East | 3.28 km |
| Beradmachi | East | 3.48 km |
| Kille Machhindra Gad | East | 4.28 km |
| Yewalewadi | South | 4.55 km |
| Kasegaon | South-West | 4.58 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Rethare Bk.
Rethare Bk. is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Shenoli, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Rethare Bk. is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Rethare Bk. 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 Rethare Bk.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rethare Bk. village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Rethare Bk.
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rethare Bk. 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Rethare Bk.
Where is Rethare Bk. located?
Rethare Bk. village is located in Karad Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rethare Bk.?
Rethare Bk. is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Rethare Bk.?
The pincode of Rethare Bk. is 415108.
What is the population of Rethare Bk.?
Rethare Bk. has a total population of 12,004, including 6,126 males and 5,878 females.
How many households are there in Rethare Bk.?
There are 2,397 households in Rethare Bk..
What is the literacy rate in Rethare Bk.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rethare Bk. is 78.30%. Male literacy is 82.88% and female literacy is 73.53%.