Atkawade - Sinnar, Nashik
Atkawade is a village situated in the Sinnar tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sinnar and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Atkawade village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Atkawade is 551220. The village covers a total geographical area of 173.56 hectares and falls under the 422103 pincode. Sinnar is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Atkawade village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sinnar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nashik Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Atkawade
As per Census 2011, Atkawade village has a total population of 561 people, consisting of 292 males and 269 females. The village has 108 households and a sex ratio of 921 females per 1,000 males. There are 66 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 417 literate and 144 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 63 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Atkawade are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 561 | 292 | 269 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 45 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 63 | 37 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 417 | 233 | 184 |
| Illiterate Population | 144 | 59 | 85 |
Nearby Villages of Atkawade
Atkawade 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Manegaon | East | 1.96 km |
| Wadgaon Sinnar | West | 2.16 km |
| Patole | South | 2.83 km |
| Bhatwadi | North | 3.05 km |
| Shastrinagar | North-West | 3.50 km |
| Dubere | South-West | 3.71 km |
| Sonari | South-West | 4.40 km |
| Dhondvirnagar | East | 4.42 km |
| Ramnagar | South-East | 4.47 km |
| Gurewadi | North-East | 4.57 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Atkawade
Atkawade is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Devlali, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sinnar to Atkawade is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Atkawade is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Atkawade
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Atkawade 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Atkawade
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Atkawade village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Atkawade
Where is Atkawade located?
Atkawade village is located in Sinnar Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Atkawade?
Atkawade is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Atkawade?
The pincode of Atkawade is 422103.
What is the population of Atkawade?
Atkawade has a total population of 561, including 292 males and 269 females.
How many households are there in Atkawade?
There are 108 households in Atkawade.
What is the literacy rate in Atkawade?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Atkawade is 74.33%. Male literacy is 79.79% and female literacy is 68.40%.