Karapewadi (Kalgaon) - Patan, Satara
Karapewadi (Kalgaon) is a village situated in the Patan tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 42 km from the tehsil headquarters in Patan and around 106 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Karapewadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karapewadi (Kalgaon) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karapewadi (Kalgaon) is 564456. The village covers a total geographical area of 252.95 hectares and falls under the 415112 pincode. Karad is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Karapewadi (Kalgaon) 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 Karapewadi (Kalgaon)
As per Census 2011, Karapewadi (Kalgaon) village has a total population of 581 people, consisting of 293 males and 288 females. The village has 113 households and a sex ratio of 982 females per 1,000 males. There are 81 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 336 literate and 245 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karapewadi (Kalgaon) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 581 | 293 | 288 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 81 | 50 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 336 | 209 | 127 |
| Illiterate Population | 245 | 84 | 161 |
Nearby Villages of Karapewadi (Kalgaon)
Karapewadi (Kalgaon) 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 Karapewadi (Kalgaon)
Karapewadi (Kalgaon) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Karad to Karapewadi (Kalgaon) is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Karapewadi (Kalgaon) is about 106 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karapewadi (Kalgaon)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karapewadi (Kalgaon) 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 | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Karapewadi (Kalgaon)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karapewadi (Kalgaon) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Karapewadi (Kalgaon)
Where is Karapewadi (Kalgaon) located?
Karapewadi (Kalgaon) village is located in Patan Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karapewadi (Kalgaon)?
The Gram Panchayat of Karapewadi (Kalgaon) is Karapewadi.
What is the pincode of Karapewadi (Kalgaon)?
The pincode of Karapewadi (Kalgaon) is 415112.
What is the population of Karapewadi (Kalgaon)?
Karapewadi (Kalgaon) has a total population of 581, including 293 males and 288 females.
How many households are there in Karapewadi (Kalgaon)?
There are 113 households in Karapewadi (Kalgaon).
What is the literacy rate in Karapewadi (Kalgaon)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karapewadi (Kalgaon) is 57.83%. Male literacy is 71.33% and female literacy is 44.10%.