Takeghoti - Igatpuri, Nashik
Takeghoti is a village situated in the Igatpuri tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Igatpuri and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Takeghoti village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Takeghoti is 551086. The village covers a total geographical area of 425.49 hectares and falls under the 422402 pincode. Igatpuri is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Takeghoti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Igatpuri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nashik Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Takeghoti
According to the 2011 Census, Takeghoti village had a total population of 2,311 people, including 1,183 males and 1,128 females, living in 429 households. The sex ratio was 954 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.23%, with male literacy at 88.65% and female literacy at 65.56%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 227, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 42.
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 | 2,311 | 1,183 | 1,128 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 308 | 170 | 138 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 227 | 107 | 120 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 42 | 21 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 1,547 | 898 | 649 |
| Illiterate Population | 764 | 285 | 479 |
Nearby Villages of Takeghoti
Takeghoti 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Balayduri | North-West | 1.38 km |
| Bortembhe | South-East | 1.75 km |
| Titoli | South-West | 2.13 km |
| Adwan | North | 2.86 km |
| Pardevi | North-West | 2.91 km |
| Taloshi | South | 3.29 km |
| Talogh | South-East | 3.97 km |
| Khambale | North-East | 4.39 km |
| Dharnoli | North | 4.47 km |
| Kanchan Gaon | South-East | 4.63 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Takeghoti
Takeghoti is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Ghoti, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 64.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Igatpuri to Takeghoti is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Takeghoti is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Takeghoti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Takeghoti 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 Takeghoti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Takeghoti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Takeghoti
Where is Takeghoti located?
Takeghoti village is located in Igatpuri Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Takeghoti?
Takeghoti is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Takeghoti?
The pincode of Takeghoti is 422402.
What is the population of Takeghoti?
Takeghoti had a total population of 2,311, including 1,183 males and 1,128 females.
How many households are there in Takeghoti?
Takeghoti had 429 households.
What is the literacy rate in Takeghoti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Takeghoti was 77.23%. Male literacy was 88.65% and female literacy was 65.56%.