Latakewadi - Karad, Satara
Latakewadi is a village situated in the Karad tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karad and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Latakewadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Latakewadi is 564606. The village covers a total geographical area of 314 hectares and falls under the 415111 pincode. Karad is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Latakewadi 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 Latakewadi
According to the 2011 Census, Latakewadi village had a total population of 381 people, including 166 males and 215 females, living in 106 households. The sex ratio was 1,295 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.93%, with male literacy at 95.10% and female literacy at 60.50%.
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 | 381 | 166 | 215 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 23 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 257 | 136 | 121 |
| Illiterate Population | 124 | 30 | 94 |
Nearby Villages of Latakewadi
Latakewadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Havelwadi | South-East | 1.73 km |
| Mhasoli | South-West | 2.05 km |
| Tulsan | North-East | 2.40 km |
| Savade | South-East | 2.55 km |
| Shelakewadi (mhasoli) | South-West | 2.93 km |
| Vanarwadi | North | 3.52 km |
| Chalkewadi | West | 3.96 km |
| Tarukh | North-West | 4.10 km |
| Talgaon | South-East | 4.43 km |
| Undale | South-East | 4.58 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Latakewadi
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Latakewadi. The nearest railway station is Shenoli, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karad to Latakewadi is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Latakewadi 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 Latakewadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Latakewadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Latakewadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Latakewadi 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Latakewadi
Where is Latakewadi located?
Latakewadi village is located in Karad Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Latakewadi?
Latakewadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Latakewadi?
The pincode of Latakewadi is 415111.
What is the population of Latakewadi?
Latakewadi had a total population of 381, including 166 males and 215 females.
How many households are there in Latakewadi?
Latakewadi had 106 households.
What is the literacy rate in Latakewadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Latakewadi was 74.93%. Male literacy was 95.10% and female literacy was 60.50%.