Helwak - Patan, Satara
Helwak is a village situated in the Patan tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Patan and around 87 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Helwak village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Helwak is 564155. The village covers a total geographical area of 61.22 hectares and falls under the 415207 pincode. Karad is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Helwak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Patan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Satara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Helwak
As per Census 2011, Helwak village has a total population of 954 people, consisting of 478 males and 476 females. The village has 202 households and a sex ratio of 995 females per 1,000 males. There are 92 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 730 literate and 224 illiterate residents. Additionally, 263 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Helwak are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Helwak
Helwak 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mendheghar | South-West | 1.24 km |
| Shivandeshwar | North-West | 1.45 km |
| Gokul Tarf Helwak | North | 1.83 km |
| Kondhavale | South | 2.40 km |
| Bopoli | North-West | 2.78 km |
| Nechal | South-West | 2.96 km |
| Rasati | East | 2.98 km |
| Humbarli | North-East | 3.63 km |
| Thankal | West | 4.18 km |
| Govare | South | 4.27 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Helwak
Public transport in the Helwak is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Aravali Road, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 77.1 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 Karad to Helwak is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Helwak is about 87 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Helwak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Helwak village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Helwak
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Helwak village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Helwak
Where is Helwak located?
Helwak village is located in Patan Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Helwak?
Helwak is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Helwak?
The pincode of Helwak is 415207.
What is the population of Helwak?
Helwak has a total population of 954, including 478 males and 476 females.
How many households are there in Helwak?
There are 202 households in Helwak.
What is the literacy rate in Helwak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Helwak is 76.52%. Male literacy is 82.01% and female literacy is 71.01%.