Takewadi - Man, Satara
Takewadi is a village situated in the Man tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dahiwadi and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Takewadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Takewadi is 563371. The village covers a total geographical area of 1546 hectares and falls under the 415508 pincode. Mhaswad is the nearest town, located about 51 km away.
Takewadi 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 Takewadi
As per Census 2011, Takewadi village has a total population of 1,794 people, consisting of 906 males and 888 females. The village has 395 households and a sex ratio of 980 females per 1,000 males. There are 210 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,026 literate and 768 illiterate residents. Additionally, 138 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Takewadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,794 | 906 | 888 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 210 | 101 | 109 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 138 | 58 | 80 |
| Literate Population | 1,026 | 585 | 441 |
| Illiterate Population | 768 | 321 | 447 |
Nearby Villages of Takewadi
Takewadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Parkhandi | West | 2.93 km |
| Jadhavwadi | East | 4.16 km |
| Khandyachiwadi | North-West | 4.24 km |
| Ugalyachiwadi | North-West | 4.86 km |
| Tondale | North | 5.27 km |
| Bodake | South | 5.29 km |
| Andhali | South-West | 5.32 km |
| Malavadi | South-West | 6.04 km |
| Bhandavali | West | 6.22 km |
| Varugad | North | 6.31 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Takewadi
Takewadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Adarki, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 82.7 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 Mhaswad to Takewadi is about 51 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Takewadi is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Takewadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Takewadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Takewadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Takewadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Takewadi
Where is Takewadi located?
Takewadi village is located in Man Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Takewadi?
Takewadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Takewadi?
The pincode of Takewadi is 415508.
What is the population of Takewadi?
Takewadi has a total population of 1,794, including 906 males and 888 females.
How many households are there in Takewadi?
There are 395 households in Takewadi.
What is the literacy rate in Takewadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Takewadi is 57.19%. Male literacy is 64.57% and female literacy is 49.66%.