Shenoli - Karad, Satara
Shenoli is a village situated in the Karad tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karad and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Shenoli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shenoli is 564677. The village covers a total geographical area of 872 hectares and falls under the 415108 pincode. Karad is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Shenoli 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 Shenoli
As per Census 2011, Shenoli village has a total population of 3,746 people, consisting of 1,926 males and 1,820 females. The village has 832 households and a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males. There are 361 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,978 literate and 768 illiterate residents. Additionally, 658 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 18 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shenoli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,746 | 1,926 | 1,820 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 361 | 192 | 169 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 658 | 340 | 318 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 18 | 11 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 2,978 | 1,619 | 1,359 |
| Illiterate Population | 768 | 307 | 461 |
Nearby Villages of Shenoli
Shenoli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kille Machhindra Gad | South | 2.89 km |
| Gondi | South-West | 3.07 km |
| Lavanmachi | South-East | 3.16 km |
| Shere | North-West | 3.35 km |
| Padali | East | 3.65 km |
| Sonsal | North-East | 3.86 km |
| Julewadi | South-West | 3.93 km |
| Beradmachi | South-West | 4.15 km |
| Sonkire | North-East | 4.44 km |
| Yede Machchhindra | South | 4.67 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shenoli
Shenoli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karad to Shenoli is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Shenoli is about 66 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 Shenoli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shenoli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Shenoli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shenoli 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Shenoli
Where is Shenoli located?
Shenoli village is located in Karad Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shenoli?
Shenoli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shenoli?
The pincode of Shenoli is 415108.
What is the population of Shenoli?
Shenoli has a total population of 3,746, including 1,926 males and 1,820 females.
How many households are there in Shenoli?
There are 832 households in Shenoli.
What is the literacy rate in Shenoli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shenoli is 79.50%. Male literacy is 84.06% and female literacy is 74.67%.