Takkewadi - Rajapur, Ratnagiri
Takkewadi is a village situated in the Rajapur tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajapur and around 81 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Raipatan serves as the Village Panchayat for Takkewadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Takkewadi is 566215. The village covers a total geographical area of 187.95 hectares and falls under the 416702 pincode. Rajapur is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Takkewadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Takkewadi
According to the 2011 Census, Takkewadi village had a total population of 356 people, including 161 males and 195 females, living in 96 households. The sex ratio was 1,211 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.26%, with male literacy at 93.96% and female literacy at 76.00%.
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 | 356 | 161 | 195 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 12 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 273 | 140 | 133 |
| Illiterate Population | 83 | 21 | 62 |
Nearby Villages of Takkewadi
Takkewadi 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 Takkewadi
Takkewadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Takkewadi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Rajapur to Takkewadi is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Takkewadi is about 81 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Takkewadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Takkewadi 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Takkewadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Takkewadi 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 Takkewadi
Where is Takkewadi located?
Takkewadi village is located in Rajapur Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Takkewadi?
The Village Panchayat of Takkewadi is Raipatan.
What is the pincode of Takkewadi?
The pincode of Takkewadi is 416702.
What is the population of Takkewadi?
Takkewadi had a total population of 356, including 161 males and 195 females.
How many households are there in Takkewadi?
Takkewadi had 96 households.
What is the literacy rate in Takkewadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Takkewadi was 84.26%. Male literacy was 93.96% and female literacy was 76.00%.