Takari - Walwa, Sangli
Takari is a village situated in the Walwa tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Uran Islampur and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Takari village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Takari is 568333. The village covers a total geographical area of 429 hectares and falls under the 415313 pincode. Uran Islampur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Takari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Islampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hatkanangle Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Takari
As per Census 2011, Takari village has a total population of 4,088 people, consisting of 2,121 males and 1,967 females. The village has 869 households and a sex ratio of 927 females per 1,000 males. There are 452 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,174 literate and 914 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,019 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 20 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Takari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,088 | 2,121 | 1,967 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 452 | 267 | 185 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,019 | 504 | 515 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 20 | 9 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 3,174 | 1,752 | 1,422 |
| Illiterate Population | 914 | 369 | 545 |
Nearby Villages of Takari
Takari 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tupari | East | 1.34 km |
| Gaundwadi | South-West | 1.60 km |
| Dudhari | North-West | 1.98 km |
| Dahyari | South-East | 2.42 km |
| Satapewadi | South | 2.49 km |
| Banewadi | South-West | 3.07 km |
| Ghogaon | South-East | 3.62 km |
| Rethare Harnaksha | West | 3.80 km |
| Asad | North | 3.91 km |
| Masuchiwadi | South | 3.97 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Takari
Takari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Takari, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Uran Islampur to Takari is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Takari is about 43 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 Takari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Takari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Takari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Takari 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Takari
Where is Takari located?
Takari village is located in Walwa Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Takari?
Takari is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Takari?
The pincode of Takari is 415313.
What is the population of Takari?
Takari has a total population of 4,088, including 2,121 males and 1,967 females.
How many households are there in Takari?
There are 869 households in Takari.
What is the literacy rate in Takari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Takari is 77.64%. Male literacy is 82.60% and female literacy is 72.29%.