Takalwade - Phaltan, Satara
Takalwade is a village situated in the Phaltan tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phaltan and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Takalwade village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Takalwade is 563286. The village covers a total geographical area of 514 hectares and falls under the 415523 pincode. Phaltan is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Takalwade 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 Takalwade
As per Census 2011, Takalwade village has a total population of 1,569 people, consisting of 819 males and 750 females. The village has 340 households and a sex ratio of 915 females per 1,000 males. There are 174 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,115 literate and 454 illiterate residents. Additionally, 204 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 12 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Takalwade are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,569 | 819 | 750 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 174 | 98 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 204 | 114 | 90 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 5 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 1,115 | 625 | 490 |
| Illiterate Population | 454 | 194 | 260 |
Nearby Villages of Takalwade
Takalwade 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mathachiwadi | North-East | 2.63 km |
| Rajale | North-West | 2.85 km |
| Sathe | North-East | 5.10 km |
| Gunware | East | 5.20 km |
| Shereshindewadi | South | 5.43 km |
| Sarade | North | 5.79 km |
| Songaon | North | 5.91 km |
| Vidani | West | 6.01 km |
| Tirakwadi | South-West | 6.22 km |
| Khatkewasti | North-East | 6.51 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Takalwade
Takalwade is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Baramati, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 72.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Phaltan to Takalwade is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Takalwade is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Takalwade
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Takalwade 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Takalwade
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Takalwade village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Takalwade
Where is Takalwade located?
Takalwade village is located in Phaltan Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Takalwade?
Takalwade is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Takalwade?
The pincode of Takalwade is 415523.
What is the population of Takalwade?
Takalwade has a total population of 1,569, including 819 males and 750 females.
How many households are there in Takalwade?
There are 340 households in Takalwade.
What is the literacy rate in Takalwade?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Takalwade is 71.06%. Male literacy is 76.31% and female literacy is 65.33%.