Rethare Kh. - Karad, Satara
Rethare Kh. is a village situated in the Karad tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karad and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Rethare Kh. village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rethare Kh. is 564649. The village covers a total geographical area of 637 hectares and falls under the 415108 pincode. Karad is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Rethare Kh. 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 Kh.
According to the 2011 Census, Rethare Kh. village had a total population of 3,739 people, including 1,905 males and 1,834 females, living in 747 households. The sex ratio was 963 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.14%, with male literacy at 93.04% and female literacy at 85.15%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 230.
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 | 3,739 | 1,905 | 1,834 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 386 | 209 | 177 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 230 | 110 | 120 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,989 | 1,578 | 1,411 |
| Illiterate Population | 750 | 327 | 423 |
Nearby Villages of Rethare Kh.
Rethare Kh. 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Atake | North | 1.84 km |
| Vathar | West | 2.23 km |
| Rethare Bk. | South-East | 3.18 km |
| Malkhed | South-West | 3.24 km |
| Dushere | North | 4.11 km |
| Gondi | East | 4.18 km |
| Julewadi | South-East | 4.35 km |
| Belavade Bk | South-West | 4.65 km |
| Narayanwadi | North-West | 4.82 km |
| Shere | North-East | 5.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Rethare Kh.
Rethare Kh. 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 45.2 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karad to Rethare Kh. is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Rethare Kh. is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rethare Kh.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rethare Kh. 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 Kh.
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 Kh. village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rethare Kh.
Where is Rethare Kh. located?
Rethare Kh. village is located in Karad Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Rethare Kh.?
Rethare Kh. is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Rethare Kh.?
The pincode of Rethare Kh. is 415108.
What is the population of Rethare Kh.?
Rethare Kh. had a total population of 3,739, including 1,905 males and 1,834 females.
How many households are there in Rethare Kh.?
Rethare Kh. had 747 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rethare Kh.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rethare Kh. was 89.14%. Male literacy was 93.04% and female literacy was 85.15%.