Karivane - Kudal, Sindhudurg
Karivane is a village situated in the Kudal tehsil of Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kudal and around 7 km from the district headquarters in Oras Bk.. Digas serves as the Village Panchayat for Karivane village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karivane is 566749. The village covers a total geographical area of 714 hectares and falls under the 416521 pincode. Sawantwadi is the nearest town, located about 39 km away.
Karivane village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kudal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karivane
According to the 2011 Census, Karivane village had a total population of 908 people, including 425 males and 483 females, living in 227 households. The sex ratio was 1,136 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.67%, with male literacy at 88.13% and female literacy at 66.89%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 56.
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 | 908 | 425 | 483 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 46 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 56 | 26 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 631 | 334 | 297 |
| Illiterate Population | 277 | 91 | 186 |
Nearby Villages of Karivane
Karivane 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 Karivane
Public transport in the Karivane is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Karivane.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sawantwadi to Karivane is about 39 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Oras Bk. to Karivane is about 7 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karivane
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karivane village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Karivane
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karivane 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Karivane
Where is Karivane located?
Karivane village is located in Kudal Tehsil, Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Karivane?
The Village Panchayat of Karivane is Digas.
What is the pincode of Karivane?
The pincode of Karivane is 416521.
What is the population of Karivane?
Karivane had a total population of 908, including 425 males and 483 females.
How many households are there in Karivane?
Karivane had 227 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karivane?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karivane was 76.67%. Male literacy was 88.13% and female literacy was 66.89%.