Karpewadi - Patan, Satara
Karpewadi is a village situated in the Patan tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Patan and around 77 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Karapewadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karpewadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karpewadi is 564422. The village covers a total geographical area of 150 hectares and falls under the 415103 pincode. Karad is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Karpewadi 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 Karpewadi
According to the 2011 Census, Karpewadi village had a total population of 746 people, including 343 males and 403 females, living in 194 households. The sex ratio was 1,175 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.33%, with male literacy at 92.79% and female literacy at 71.51%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2.
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 | 746 | 343 | 403 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 24 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 562 | 296 | 266 |
| Illiterate Population | 184 | 47 | 137 |
Nearby Villages of Karpewadi
Karpewadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Saikade | North | 1.17 km |
| Taygadewadi | West | 1.24 km |
| Manewadi | East | 1.96 km |
| Kumbhargaon | South | 2.02 km |
| Khale | North-West | 2.26 km |
| Gudhe | West | 2.62 km |
| Tupewadi | North | 2.74 km |
| Shidrukwadi | North | 3.16 km |
| Mandrulkole | North-West | 3.67 km |
| Bagalwadi | North | 3.73 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karpewadi
Karpewadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Shirravde, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karad to Karpewadi is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Karpewadi is about 77 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karpewadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karpewadi 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 Karpewadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karpewadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Karpewadi
Where is Karpewadi located?
Karpewadi village is located in Patan Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karpewadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Karpewadi is Karapewadi.
What is the pincode of Karpewadi?
The pincode of Karpewadi is 415103.
What is the population of Karpewadi?
Karpewadi had a total population of 746, including 343 males and 403 females.
How many households are there in Karpewadi?
Karpewadi had 194 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karpewadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karpewadi was 81.33%. Male literacy was 92.79% and female literacy was 71.51%.