Takewadi - Ambegaon, Pune
Takewadi is a village situated in the Ambegaon tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghodegaon and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Takewadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Takewadi is 555499. The village covers a total geographical area of 425.14 hectares and falls under the 410515 pincode. Junnar is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Takewadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ambegaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shirur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Takewadi
As per Census 2011, Takewadi village has a total population of 1,024 people, consisting of 503 males and 521 females. The village has 224 households and a sex ratio of 1,035 females per 1,000 males. There are 115 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 704 literate and 320 illiterate residents. Additionally, 15 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 368 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Takewadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,024 | 503 | 521 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 115 | 63 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 368 | 178 | 190 |
| Literate Population | 704 | 376 | 328 |
| Illiterate Population | 320 | 127 | 193 |
Nearby Villages of Takewadi
Takewadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Vadgaon Kashimbeg | South | 2.04 km |
| Sultanpur | South-East | 2.48 km |
| Kadewadi | North-West | 3.48 km |
| Nandur | North-East | 3.65 km |
| Eklahare | East | 4.03 km |
| Mordewadi | South-East | 4.73 km |
| Narodi | South-West | 4.74 km |
| Kalamb | North-East | 5.33 km |
| Chincholi | West | 5.82 km |
| Walunjwadi | South | 5.83 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Takewadi
Public transport in the Takewadi is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ghorawadi, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.3 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 Junnar to Takewadi is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Takewadi is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Takewadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Takewadi 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 Takewadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Takewadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Takewadi
Where is Takewadi located?
Takewadi village is located in Ambegaon Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Takewadi?
Takewadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Takewadi?
The pincode of Takewadi is 410515.
What is the population of Takewadi?
Takewadi has a total population of 1,024, including 503 males and 521 females.
How many households are there in Takewadi?
There are 224 households in Takewadi.
What is the literacy rate in Takewadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Takewadi is 68.75%. Male literacy is 74.75% and female literacy is 62.96%.