Ekambe - Koregaon, Satara
Ekambe is a village situated in the Koregaon tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Koregaon and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Ekambe village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ekambe is 563689. The village covers a total geographical area of 2285.48 hectares and falls under the 415501 pincode. Rahimatpur is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Ekambe village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Koregaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Satara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ekambe
As per Census 2011, Ekambe village has a total population of 3,237 people, consisting of 1,609 males and 1,628 females. The village has 696 households and a sex ratio of 1,011 females per 1,000 males. There are 364 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,409 literate and 828 illiterate residents. Additionally, 199 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 16 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ekambe are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,237 | 1,609 | 1,628 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 364 | 203 | 161 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 199 | 91 | 108 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 7 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 2,409 | 1,266 | 1,143 |
| Illiterate Population | 828 | 343 | 485 |
Nearby Villages of Ekambe
Ekambe 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhatamwadi | North | 3.35 km |
| Jaigaon | South-East | 3.81 km |
| Kanherkhed | South | 3.90 km |
| Katewadi | South | 4.47 km |
| Shirambe | South-West | 4.88 km |
| Sangavi | North-West | 4.89 km |
| Ramoshiwadi | North-East | 5.10 km |
| Nigadi | South-West | 5.13 km |
| Revalkarwadi | East | 5.19 km |
| Bitalewadi | South-East | 5.87 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ekambe
Ekambe 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 Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 83.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rahimatpur to Ekambe is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Ekambe is about 27 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ekambe
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ekambe village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ekambe
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ekambe 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 Ekambe
Where is Ekambe located?
Ekambe village is located in Koregaon Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ekambe?
Ekambe is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ekambe?
The pincode of Ekambe is 415501.
What is the population of Ekambe?
Ekambe has a total population of 3,237, including 1,609 males and 1,628 females.
How many households are there in Ekambe?
There are 696 households in Ekambe.
What is the literacy rate in Ekambe?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ekambe is 74.42%. Male literacy is 78.68% and female literacy is 70.21%.