Tambave - Karad, Satara
Tambave is a village situated in the Karad tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karad and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Tambave village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tambave is 564576. The village covers a total geographical area of 1029.94 hectares and falls under the 415114 pincode. Karad is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Tambave village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Patan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Satara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tambave
As per Census 2011, Tambave village has a total population of 5,082 people, consisting of 2,530 males and 2,552 females. The village has 1,065 households and a sex ratio of 1,008 females per 1,000 males. There are 515 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,905 literate and 1,177 illiterate residents. Additionally, 693 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 17 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tambave are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,082 | 2,530 | 2,552 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 515 | 279 | 236 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 693 | 335 | 358 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 11 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 3,905 | 2,056 | 1,849 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,177 | 474 | 703 |
Nearby Villages of Tambave
Tambave 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sakurdi | North-East | 1.50 km |
| Supane | East | 2.08 km |
| Arewadi | South-West | 2.27 km |
| Vastisakurdi | North-East | 2.58 km |
| Mhopre | North | 2.80 km |
| Delewadi | South-West | 3.01 km |
| Yenake | South-East | 3.27 km |
| Sajur | West | 3.30 km |
| Kirpe | South-East | 3.35 km |
| Vasantgad | North-East | 3.51 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tambave
Tambave 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 57.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karad to Tambave is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Tambave is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tambave
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tambave village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Tambave
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tambave 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 Tambave
Where is Tambave located?
Tambave village is located in Karad Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tambave?
Tambave is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tambave?
The pincode of Tambave is 415114.
What is the population of Tambave?
Tambave has a total population of 5,082, including 2,530 males and 2,552 females.
How many households are there in Tambave?
There are 1,065 households in Tambave.
What is the literacy rate in Tambave?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tambave is 76.84%. Male literacy is 81.26% and female literacy is 72.45%.