Atake - Karad, Satara
Atake is a village situated in the Karad tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karad and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Atake village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Atake is 564647. The village covers a total geographical area of 946.09 hectares and falls under the 415539 pincode. Karad is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Atake village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karad South Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Satara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Atake
As per Census 2011, Atake village has a total population of 4,497 people, consisting of 2,291 males and 2,206 females. The village has 930 households and a sex ratio of 962 females per 1,000 males. There are 382 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,530 literate and 967 illiterate residents. Additionally, 399 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 13 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Atake are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,497 | 2,291 | 2,206 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 382 | 205 | 177 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 399 | 203 | 196 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 3,530 | 1,883 | 1,647 |
| Illiterate Population | 967 | 408 | 559 |
Nearby Villages of Atake
Atake 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rethare Kh. | South | 1.84 km |
| Dushere | North | 2.30 km |
| Vathar | South-West | 3.26 km |
| Kodoli | North | 3.58 km |
| Shere | East | 3.93 km |
| Narayanwadi | North-West | 4.17 km |
| Gondi | South-East | 4.37 km |
| Rethare Bk. | South | 4.66 km |
| Julewadi | South-East | 5.00 km |
| Malkhed | South | 5.07 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Atake
Atake is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Shenoli, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.5 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 Karad to Atake is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Atake is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Atake
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Atake village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Atake
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Atake village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Atake
Where is Atake located?
Atake village is located in Karad Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Atake?
Atake is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Atake?
The pincode of Atake is 415539.
What is the population of Atake?
Atake has a total population of 4,497, including 2,291 males and 2,206 females.
How many households are there in Atake?
There are 930 households in Atake.
What is the literacy rate in Atake?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Atake is 78.50%. Male literacy is 82.19% and female literacy is 74.66%.