Thorathmala (Ond) - Karad, Satara
Thorathmala (Ond) is a village situated in the Karad tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karad and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Shere serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thorathmala (Ond) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thorathmala (Ond) is 564676. The village covers a total geographical area of 212.15 hectares and falls under the 415111 pincode. Karad is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Thorathmala (Ond) 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 Thorathmala (Ond)
According to the 2011 Census, Thorathmala (Ond) village had a total population of 687 people, including 345 males and 342 females, living in 144 households. The sex ratio was 991 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.39%, with male literacy at 93.05% and female literacy at 73.86%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 5.
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 | 687 | 345 | 342 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 43 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 507 | 281 | 226 |
| Illiterate Population | 180 | 64 | 116 |
Nearby Villages of Thorathmala (Ond)
Thorathmala (Ond) is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Thorathmala (Ond)
Thorathmala (Ond) is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Thorathmala (Ond).
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karad to Thorathmala (Ond) is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Thorathmala (Ond) is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thorathmala (Ond)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thorathmala (Ond) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Thorathmala (Ond)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thorathmala (Ond) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Thorathmala (Ond)
Where is Thorathmala (Ond) located?
Thorathmala (Ond) village is located in Karad Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thorathmala (Ond)?
The Gram Panchayat of Thorathmala (Ond) is Shere.
What is the pincode of Thorathmala (Ond)?
The pincode of Thorathmala (Ond) is 415111.
What is the population of Thorathmala (Ond)?
Thorathmala (Ond) had a total population of 687, including 345 males and 342 females.
How many households are there in Thorathmala (Ond)?
Thorathmala (Ond) had 144 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thorathmala (Ond)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thorathmala (Ond) was 83.39%. Male literacy was 93.05% and female literacy was 73.86%.