Takali (Sikandar) - Mohol, Solapur
Takali (Sikandar) is a village situated in the Mohol tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mohol and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Takali (shikandar) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Takali (Sikandar) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Takali (Sikandar) is 562261. The village covers a total geographical area of 1562.5 hectares and falls under the 413248 pincode. Pandharpur is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Takali (Sikandar) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mohol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Solapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Takali (Sikandar)
As per Census 2011, Takali (Sikandar) village has a total population of 6,502 people, consisting of 3,488 males and 3,014 females. The village has 1,420 households and a sex ratio of 864 females per 1,000 males. There are 879 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,195 literate and 2,307 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,401 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 36 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Takali (Sikandar) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,502 | 3,488 | 3,014 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 879 | 495 | 384 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,401 | 750 | 651 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 36 | 18 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 4,195 | 2,513 | 1,682 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,307 | 975 | 1,332 |
Nearby Villages of Takali (Sikandar)
Takali (Sikandar) 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Saundane | East | 3.77 km |
| Warkute | South-East | 3.78 km |
| Fulchincholi | South-West | 4.40 km |
| Puluj | South | 4.60 km |
| Patkul | North-West | 4.76 km |
| Adhegaon | North | 4.86 km |
| Ankoli | South-East | 5.54 km |
| Tamboli | North-East | 6.64 km |
| Tarapur | West | 6.98 km |
| Shejbabhulgaon | East | 7.00 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Takali (Sikandar)
Takali (Sikandar) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Mohol, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 32.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pandharpur to Takali (Sikandar) is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Takali (Sikandar) is about 40 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 Takali (Sikandar)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Takali (Sikandar) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Takali (Sikandar)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Takali (Sikandar) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Takali (Sikandar)
Where is Takali (Sikandar) located?
Takali (Sikandar) village is located in Mohol Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Takali (Sikandar)?
The Gram Panchayat of Takali (Sikandar) is Takali (shikandar).
What is the pincode of Takali (Sikandar)?
The pincode of Takali (Sikandar) is 413248.
What is the population of Takali (Sikandar)?
Takali (Sikandar) has a total population of 6,502, including 3,488 males and 3,014 females.
How many households are there in Takali (Sikandar)?
There are 1,420 households in Takali (Sikandar).
What is the literacy rate in Takali (Sikandar)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Takali (Sikandar) is 64.52%. Male literacy is 72.05% and female literacy is 55.81%.