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
As per Census 2011, Shamgaon village has a total population of 2,777 people, consisting of 1,401 males and 1,376 females. The village has 651 households and a sex ratio of 982 females per 1,000 males. There are 248 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,168 literate and 609 illiterate residents. Additionally, 198 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 12 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shamgaon are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 2,777, including 1,401 males and 1,376 females.
How many households are there in Shamgaon?
There are 651 households in Shamgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Shamgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shamgaon is 78.07%. Male literacy is 82.23% and female literacy is 73.84%.