Kaletake - Karad, Satara
Kaletake is a village situated in the Karad tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karad and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Kaletake village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kaletake is 564645. The village covers a total geographical area of 28 hectares and falls under the 415539 pincode. Karad is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Kaletake 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 Kaletake
As per Census 2011, Kaletake village has a total population of 2,070 people, consisting of 1,051 males and 1,019 females. The village has 418 households and a sex ratio of 969 females per 1,000 males. There are 257 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,444 literate and 626 illiterate residents. Additionally, 300 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kaletake are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,070 | 1,051 | 1,019 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 257 | 137 | 120 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 300 | 142 | 158 |
| Literate Population | 1,444 | 780 | 664 |
| Illiterate Population | 626 | 271 | 355 |
Nearby Villages of Kaletake
Kaletake 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 Kaletake
Kaletake is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Kaletake.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karad to Kaletake is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Kaletake is about 65 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 Kaletake
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kaletake village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kaletake
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kaletake village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kaletake
Where is Kaletake located?
Kaletake village is located in Karad Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kaletake?
Kaletake is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kaletake?
The pincode of Kaletake is 415539.
What is the population of Kaletake?
Kaletake has a total population of 2,070, including 1,051 males and 1,019 females.
How many households are there in Kaletake?
There are 418 households in Kaletake.
What is the literacy rate in Kaletake?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kaletake is 69.76%. Male literacy is 74.22% and female literacy is 65.16%.