Helwak
Helwak is a village located in Patan tehsil of Satara district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Patan (tehsildar office) and 87km away from district headquarter Satara. As per 2009 stats, Helwak village is also a gram panchayat.
Helwak has its own place in the vibrant Satara region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Helwak
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Helwak is 564155. The village spans a total geographical area of 61.22 hectares. Karad is nearest town to Helwak village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 60km away.
When it comes to local governance, Helwak village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Patan Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Satara Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Helwak
Population of Helwak
Below is a concise population overview of Helwak as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 954 | 478 | 476 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 92 | 46 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 263 | 125 | 138 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 730 | 392 | 338 |
| Illiterate Population | 224 | 86 | 138 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Helwak village:
- The total population of Helwak village is around 954, including approximately 478 males and 476 females, with a sex ratio of 995 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 92 children aged 0–6 years in Helwak village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Helwak village has 263 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 7 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Helwak village is about 76.52%, with male literacy at 82.01% and female literacy at 71.01%.
- There are around 202 households in Helwak village.
Connectivity of Helwak
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Helwak. As per the 2011 stats, Helwak had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Helwak
Knowing the nearby villages of Helwak helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Helwak.
Frequently Asked Questions about Helwak
- Where is Helwak located?
- Helwak village is situated in Patan Tehsil, within the Satara district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Helwak?
- Helwak serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Helwak as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Helwak is 954, with 478 males and 476 females.
- How many households are there in Helwak as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Helwak village has a total of 202 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Helwak as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Helwak is 76.52%. The male literacy rate is 82.01%, while the female literacy rate is 71.01%.