Enkul - Khatav, Satara
Enkul is a village situated in the Khatav tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vaduj and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Enkul village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Enkul is 563558. The village covers a total geographical area of 1108.54 hectares and falls under the 415507 pincode. Vita is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Enkul village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Man Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Enkul
As per Census 2011, Enkul village has a total population of 2,539 people, consisting of 1,236 males and 1,303 females. The village has 504 households and a sex ratio of 1,054 females per 1,000 males. There are 250 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,699 literate and 840 illiterate residents. Additionally, 379 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Enkul are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,539 | 1,236 | 1,303 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 250 | 130 | 120 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 379 | 180 | 199 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,699 | 908 | 791 |
| Illiterate Population | 840 | 328 | 512 |
Nearby Villages of Enkul
Enkul 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dorgewadi (naravane) | North-East | 2.60 km |
| Kansewadi | East | 2.85 km |
| Khatval | South | 3.06 km |
| Yelmarwadi | North-West | 3.21 km |
| Palasgaon | South-West | 4.89 km |
| Kanharwadi | South-East | 5.15 km |
| Dambhewadi | North-West | 5.36 km |
| Kalewadi | North | 5.62 km |
| Naravane | North-East | 5.90 km |
| Datewadi | South-West | 6.46 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Enkul
Enkul is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Rahimatpur, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 80.6 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 Vita to Enkul is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Enkul is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Enkul
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Enkul village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Enkul
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Enkul 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Enkul
Where is Enkul located?
Enkul village is located in Khatav Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Enkul?
Enkul is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Enkul?
The pincode of Enkul is 415507.
What is the population of Enkul?
Enkul has a total population of 2,539, including 1,236 males and 1,303 females.
How many households are there in Enkul?
There are 504 households in Enkul.
What is the literacy rate in Enkul?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Enkul is 66.92%. Male literacy is 73.46% and female literacy is 60.71%.