Solewadi - Ashti, Beed
Solewadi is a village situated in the Ashti tehsil of Beed district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 3 km from Ashti and around 92 km from Bid. Tawalwadi serves as the Village Panchayat for Solewadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Solewadi is 558878. The village covers a total geographical area of 454 hectares and falls under the 414203 pincode. Ahmadnagar is the nearest town, located about 63 km away.
Solewadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ashti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Beed Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Solewadi
According to the 2011 Census, Solewadi village had a total population of 910 people, including 502 males and 408 females, living in 193 households. The sex ratio was 813 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.72%, with male literacy at 80.60% and female literacy at 69.89%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 82.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 910 | 502 | 408 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 115 | 69 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 82 | 44 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 602 | 349 | 253 |
| Illiterate Population | 308 | 153 | 155 |
Nearby Villages of Solewadi
Solewadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jamgaon | South | 2.69 km |
| Devigavhan | West | 2.88 km |
| Tavalwadi | West | 2.91 km |
| Walunj | South-West | 4.54 km |
| Murshadpur | North-West | 5.21 km |
| Hajipur | North-East | 5.26 km |
| Karanji | North-East | 5.47 km |
| Mangrul | West | 5.83 km |
| Pandegavhan | North | 5.99 km |
| Shindewadi | North | 6.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Solewadi
Solewadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Pophlaj, while the nearest airport is Aurangabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 96.3 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ahmadnagar to Solewadi is about 63 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bid to Solewadi is about 92 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Solewadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Solewadi 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 Solewadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Solewadi 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 Solewadi
Where is Solewadi located?
Solewadi village is located in Ashti Tehsil, Beed district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Solewadi?
The Village Panchayat of Solewadi is Tawalwadi.
What is the pincode of Solewadi?
The pincode of Solewadi is 414203.
What is the population of Solewadi?
Solewadi had a total population of 910, including 502 males and 408 females.
How many households are there in Solewadi?
Solewadi had 193 households.
What is the literacy rate in Solewadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Solewadi was 75.72%. Male literacy was 80.60% and female literacy was 69.89%.