Salshirambe - Karad, Satara
Salshirambe 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 74 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Salshirambe village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salshirambe is 564612. The village covers a total geographical area of 821.83 hectares and falls under the 415111 pincode. Karad is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Salshirambe 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 Salshirambe
According to the 2011 Census, Salshirambe village had a total population of 2,225 people, including 1,117 males and 1,108 females, living in 474 households. The sex ratio was 992 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.34%, with male literacy at 91.04% and female literacy at 75.62%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 371.
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 | 2,225 | 1,117 | 1,108 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 220 | 113 | 107 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 371 | 175 | 196 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,671 | 914 | 757 |
| Illiterate Population | 554 | 203 | 351 |
Nearby Villages of Salshirambe
Salshirambe 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 Salshirambe
Salshirambe is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Salshirambe is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Salshirambe is about 74 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salshirambe
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salshirambe 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Salshirambe
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salshirambe village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Salshirambe
Where is Salshirambe located?
Salshirambe village is located in Karad Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salshirambe?
Salshirambe is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Salshirambe?
The pincode of Salshirambe is 415111.
What is the population of Salshirambe?
Salshirambe had a total population of 2,225, including 1,117 males and 1,108 females.
How many households are there in Salshirambe?
Salshirambe had 474 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salshirambe?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salshirambe was 83.34%. Male literacy was 91.04% and female literacy was 75.62%.