Karadwadi - Sangole, Solapur
Karadwadi is a village situated in the Sangole tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sangole and around 130 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Buddhehal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karadwadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karadwadi is 562577. The village covers a total geographical area of 932 hectares and falls under the 413314 pincode. Sangole is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Karadwadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sangole Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karadwadi
As per Census 2011, Karadwadi village has a total population of 2,124 people, consisting of 1,101 males and 1,023 females. The village has 370 households and a sex ratio of 929 females per 1,000 males. There are 330 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,117 literate and 1,007 illiterate residents. Additionally, 50 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karadwadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,124 | 1,101 | 1,023 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 330 | 167 | 163 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 50 | 31 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 1,117 | 683 | 434 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,007 | 418 | 589 |
Nearby Villages of Karadwadi
Karadwadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Talewadi | West | 3.59 km |
| Kola | East | 3.71 km |
| Patrewadi | North | 4.27 km |
| Kombadwadi | South | 4.35 km |
| Banurgad | South-West | 4.79 km |
| Pachegaon Bk. | South-West | 5.54 km |
| Kalewadi | North-West | 5.83 km |
| Malewadi | North | 6.27 km |
| Tippehali | South-East | 6.86 km |
| Tadachiwadi | South-West | 6.97 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karadwadi
Karadwadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Dhalgaon, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 72.0 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 Sangole to Karadwadi is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Karadwadi is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karadwadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karadwadi 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Karadwadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karadwadi 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 Karadwadi
Where is Karadwadi located?
Karadwadi village is located in Sangole Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karadwadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Karadwadi is Buddhehal.
What is the pincode of Karadwadi?
The pincode of Karadwadi is 413314.
What is the population of Karadwadi?
Karadwadi has a total population of 2,124, including 1,101 males and 1,023 females.
How many households are there in Karadwadi?
There are 370 households in Karadwadi.
What is the literacy rate in Karadwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karadwadi is 52.59%. Male literacy is 62.03% and female literacy is 42.42%.