Karvat - Patan, Satara
Karvat is a village situated in the Patan tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Patan and around 84 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Karvat village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karvat is 564257. The village covers a total geographical area of 852 hectares and falls under the 415206 pincode. Karad is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Karvat 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 Karvat
As per Census 2011, Karvat village has a total population of 579 people, consisting of 272 males and 307 females. The village has 114 households and a sex ratio of 1,128 females per 1,000 males. There are 76 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 399 literate and 180 illiterate residents. Additionally, 75 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karvat are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 579 | 272 | 307 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 30 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 75 | 35 | 40 |
| Literate Population | 399 | 221 | 178 |
| Illiterate Population | 180 | 51 | 129 |
Nearby Villages of Karvat
Karvat 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gheradategad | South-West | 1.32 km |
| Bondri | East | 1.93 km |
| Kavadewadi | South-East | 2.16 km |
| Ker | North-East | 2.56 km |
| Ghanbi | North | 3.07 km |
| Katvadi | East | 3.51 km |
| Shiral | South | 3.71 km |
| Yerad | South | 3.85 km |
| Tamkane | East | 3.88 km |
| Ambavane | North-East | 3.91 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karvat
Public transport in the Karvat is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Masur, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 73.3 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 Karad to Karvat is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Karvat is about 84 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karvat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karvat 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Karvat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karvat 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Karvat
Where is Karvat located?
Karvat village is located in Patan Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karvat?
Karvat is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karvat?
The pincode of Karvat is 415206.
What is the population of Karvat?
Karvat has a total population of 579, including 272 males and 307 females.
How many households are there in Karvat?
There are 114 households in Karvat.
What is the literacy rate in Karvat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karvat is 68.91%. Male literacy is 81.25% and female literacy is 57.98%.