Sanjaynagar (Shere) - Karad, Satara
Sanjaynagar (Shere) is a village situated in the Karad tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karad and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Sanjaynagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sanjaynagar (Shere) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sanjaynagar (Shere) is 564675. The village covers a total geographical area of 267.9 hectares and falls under the 415108 pincode. Karad is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Sanjaynagar (Shere) 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 Sanjaynagar (Shere)
According to the 2011 Census, Sanjaynagar (Shere) village had a total population of 1,931 people, including 987 males and 944 females, living in 402 households. The sex ratio was 956 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.58%, with male literacy at 79.24% and female literacy at 59.72%. 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 | 1,931 | 987 | 944 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 320 | 173 | 147 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 230 | 117 | 113 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,121 | 645 | 476 |
| Illiterate Population | 810 | 342 | 468 |
Nearby Villages of Sanjaynagar (Shere)
Sanjaynagar (Shere) 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 Sanjaynagar (Shere)
Sanjaynagar (Shere) is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within <1 km of Sanjaynagar (Shere).
| 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 <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karad to Sanjaynagar (Shere) is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Sanjaynagar (Shere) is about 75 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 Sanjaynagar (Shere)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sanjaynagar (Shere) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sanjaynagar (Shere)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sanjaynagar (Shere) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sanjaynagar (Shere)
Where is Sanjaynagar (Shere) located?
Sanjaynagar (Shere) village is located in Karad Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sanjaynagar (Shere)?
The Gram Panchayat of Sanjaynagar (Shere) is Sanjaynagar.
What is the pincode of Sanjaynagar (Shere)?
The pincode of Sanjaynagar (Shere) is 415108.
What is the population of Sanjaynagar (Shere)?
Sanjaynagar (Shere) had a total population of 1,931, including 987 males and 944 females.
How many households are there in Sanjaynagar (Shere)?
Sanjaynagar (Shere) had 402 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sanjaynagar (Shere)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sanjaynagar (Shere) was 69.58%. Male literacy was 79.24% and female literacy was 59.72%.