Tulsan - Karad, Satara
Tulsan is a village situated in the Karad tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karad and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Tulsan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tulsan is 564603. The village covers a total geographical area of 864 hectares and falls under the 415111 pincode. Karad is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Tulsan 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 Tulsan
As per Census 2011, Tulsan village has a total population of 2,576 people, consisting of 1,220 males and 1,356 females. The village has 594 households and a sex ratio of 1,111 females per 1,000 males. There are 279 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,786 literate and 790 illiterate residents. Additionally, 119 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 45 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tulsan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,576 | 1,220 | 1,356 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 279 | 143 | 136 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 119 | 48 | 71 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 45 | 20 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 1,786 | 944 | 842 |
| Illiterate Population | 790 | 276 | 514 |
Nearby Villages of Tulsan
Tulsan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Latakewadi | South-West | 2.40 km |
| Vanarwadi | North-West | 2.64 km |
| Havelwadi | South | 2.64 km |
| Ondoshi | East | 2.93 km |
| Savade | South | 3.74 km |
| Ond | South-East | 3.92 km |
| Bamanwadi | North-West | 3.95 km |
| Kolewadi | North | 3.95 km |
| Tarukh | North-West | 4.21 km |
| Mhasoli | South-West | 4.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tulsan
Tulsan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Shenoli, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.6 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 Tulsan is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Tulsan is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tulsan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tulsan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Tulsan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tulsan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Tulsan
Where is Tulsan located?
Tulsan village is located in Karad Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tulsan?
Tulsan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tulsan?
The pincode of Tulsan is 415111.
What is the population of Tulsan?
Tulsan has a total population of 2,576, including 1,220 males and 1,356 females.
How many households are there in Tulsan?
There are 594 households in Tulsan.
What is the literacy rate in Tulsan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tulsan is 69.33%. Male literacy is 77.38% and female literacy is 62.09%.