Shamgaon - Karad, Satara
Shamgaon is a village situated in the Karad tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karad and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Shamgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shamgaon is 564540. The village covers a total geographical area of 1834.05 hectares and falls under the 415106 pincode. Karad is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Shamgaon 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 Shamgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Shamgaon village had a total population of 2,777 people, including 1,401 males and 1,376 females, living in 651 households. The sex ratio was 982 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.73%, with male literacy at 91.57% and female literacy at 79.94%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 198, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 12.
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 | 2,777 | 1,401 | 1,376 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 248 | 143 | 105 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 198 | 95 | 103 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 2,168 | 1,152 | 1,016 |
| Illiterate Population | 609 | 249 | 360 |
Nearby Villages of Shamgaon
Shamgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pachund | South | 3.04 km |
| Bombalewadi | South-East | 3.32 km |
| Antvadi | South-West | 4.00 km |
| Kival | West | 4.12 km |
| Rajache Kurle | North | 4.14 km |
| Khodjaiwadi | North-West | 4.62 km |
| Pargaon | North-East | 5.15 km |
| Shalgaon | South-East | 5.47 km |
| Vagheri | South | 5.47 km |
| Karandewadi | South-East | 5.72 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shamgaon
Shamgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Shirravde, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 63.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Shamgaon is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Shamgaon is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shamgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shamgaon 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 Shamgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shamgaon 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 Shamgaon
Where is Shamgaon located?
Shamgaon village is located in Karad Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shamgaon?
Shamgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shamgaon?
The pincode of Shamgaon is 415106.
What is the population of Shamgaon?
Shamgaon had a total population of 2,777, including 1,401 males and 1,376 females.
How many households are there in Shamgaon?
Shamgaon had 651 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shamgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shamgaon was 85.73%. Male literacy was 91.57% and female literacy was 79.94%.