Virvade - Karad, Satara
Virvade is a village situated in the Karad tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karad and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Virvade village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Virvade is 564548. The village covers a total geographical area of 265.24 hectares and falls under the 415105 pincode. Karad is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Virvade 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 North Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Satara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Virvade
As per Census 2011, Virvade village has a total population of 3,770 people, consisting of 1,898 males and 1,872 females. The village has 739 households and a sex ratio of 986 females per 1,000 males. There are 418 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,893 literate and 877 illiterate residents. Additionally, 847 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Virvade are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,770 | 1,898 | 1,872 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 418 | 212 | 206 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 847 | 436 | 411 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 2,893 | 1,580 | 1,313 |
| Illiterate Population | 877 | 318 | 559 |
Nearby Villages of Virvade
Virvade 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Vanvasmachi (sadashivgad) | South-East | 0.71 km |
| Karavadi | North-East | 2.17 km |
| Hajarmachi | South-East | 2.23 km |
| Parle | North-West | 2.27 km |
| Sayapur | South-East | 2.45 km |
| Rajmachi | East | 3.02 km |
| Govare | South | 3.16 km |
| Koparde Haveli | West | 4.01 km |
| Vadoli Nileshwar | North | 4.36 km |
| Babarmachi | South-East | 4.37 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Virvade
Virvade is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Karad, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 57.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karad to Virvade is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Virvade is about 56 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 Virvade
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Virvade village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Virvade
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Virvade village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Virvade
Where is Virvade located?
Virvade village is located in Karad Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Virvade?
Virvade is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Virvade?
The pincode of Virvade is 415105.
What is the population of Virvade?
Virvade has a total population of 3,770, including 1,898 males and 1,872 females.
How many households are there in Virvade?
There are 739 households in Virvade.
What is the literacy rate in Virvade?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Virvade is 76.74%. Male literacy is 83.25% and female literacy is 70.14%.