Karkhel - Man, Satara
Karkhel is a village situated in the Man tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 52 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dahiwadi and around 112 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Karkhel village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karkhel is 563449. The village covers a total geographical area of 1605 hectares and falls under the 415509 pincode. Mhaswad is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Karkhel village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Man Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karkhel
As per Census 2011, Karkhel village has a total population of 1,579 people, consisting of 796 males and 783 females. The village has 282 households and a sex ratio of 983 females per 1,000 males. There are 251 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,024 literate and 555 illiterate residents. Additionally, 371 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karkhel are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,579 | 796 | 783 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 251 | 125 | 126 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 371 | 182 | 189 |
| Literate Population | 1,024 | 559 | 465 |
| Illiterate Population | 555 | 237 | 318 |
Nearby Villages of Karkhel
Karkhel 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hawaldarwadi | North-West | 3.44 km |
| Jalbhavi | North | 4.04 km |
| Dhuldev | South | 4.42 km |
| Paryanti | West | 4.70 km |
| Garwad | East | 5.07 km |
| Bhatki | South-West | 6.62 km |
| Mandaki | North | 6.95 km |
| Sambhukhed | North-West | 7.61 km |
| Sulewadi | South-East | 8.00 km |
| Goradwadi | North-East | 8.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karkhel
Karkhel is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bamani, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 89.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mhaswad to Karkhel is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Karkhel is about 112 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karkhel
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karkhel village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Karkhel
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karkhel village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karkhel
Where is Karkhel located?
Karkhel village is located in Man Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karkhel?
Karkhel is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karkhel?
The pincode of Karkhel is 415509.
What is the population of Karkhel?
Karkhel has a total population of 1,579, including 796 males and 783 females.
How many households are there in Karkhel?
There are 282 households in Karkhel.
What is the literacy rate in Karkhel?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karkhel is 64.85%. Male literacy is 70.23% and female literacy is 59.39%.