Shere - Karad, Satara
Shere is a village situated in the Karad tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karad and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Shere village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shere is 564674. The village covers a total geographical area of 926 hectares and falls under the 415108 pincode. Karad is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
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 Shere
As per Census 2011, Shere village has a total population of 5,369 people, consisting of 2,779 males and 2,590 females. The village has 1,152 households and a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males. There are 528 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,160 literate and 1,209 illiterate residents. Additionally, 830 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 30 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shere are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,369 | 2,779 | 2,590 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 528 | 298 | 230 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 830 | 427 | 403 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 30 | 17 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 4,160 | 2,271 | 1,889 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,209 | 508 | 701 |
Nearby Villages of Shere
Shere 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Wadgaon Haveli | North | 2.92 km |
| Shenoli | South-East | 3.35 km |
| Gondi | South | 3.60 km |
| Dushere | West | 3.89 km |
| Atake | West | 3.93 km |
| Sonsal | East | 4.39 km |
| Julewadi | South | 4.80 km |
| Kille Machhindra Gad | South | 5.09 km |
| Rethare Kh. | South-West | 5.17 km |
| Karve | North | 5.21 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shere
Shere 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 47.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Shere is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Shere is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shere
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shere village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in 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 Shere 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shere
Where is Shere located?
Shere village is located in Karad Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shere?
Shere is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shere?
The pincode of Shere is 415108.
What is the population of Shere?
Shere has a total population of 5,369, including 2,779 males and 2,590 females.
How many households are there in Shere?
There are 1,152 households in Shere.
What is the literacy rate in Shere?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shere is 77.48%. Male literacy is 81.72% and female literacy is 72.93%.