Soratewadi - Baramati, Pune
Soratewadi is a village situated in the Baramati tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baramati and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Sortewadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Soratewadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Soratewadi is 556940. The village covers a total geographical area of 585 hectares and falls under the 412306 pincode. Baramati is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Soratewadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Soratewadi
According to the 2011 Census, Soratewadi village had a total population of 1,662 people, including 848 males and 814 females, living in 364 households. The sex ratio was 960 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.96%, with male literacy at 92.34% and female literacy at 75.54%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 65, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 5.
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 | 1,662 | 848 | 814 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 178 | 104 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 65 | 32 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,246 | 687 | 559 |
| Illiterate Population | 416 | 161 | 255 |
Nearby Villages of Soratewadi
Soratewadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Waghalwadi | South-West | 1.03 km |
| Karanje | North | 1.64 km |
| Karanjepul | East | 1.95 km |
| Gadadarwadi | West | 2.34 km |
| Wanewadi | South | 2.83 km |
| Nimbut | West | 3.04 km |
| Deulwadi | North | 3.09 km |
| Khandobachiwadi | North-West | 3.57 km |
| Magarwadi | North-East | 3.58 km |
| Sastewadi | East | 4.79 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Soratewadi
Soratewadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Nira, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Baramati to Soratewadi is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Soratewadi 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 Soratewadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Soratewadi 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 Soratewadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Soratewadi 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 Soratewadi
Where is Soratewadi located?
Soratewadi village is located in Baramati Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Soratewadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Soratewadi is Sortewadi.
What is the pincode of Soratewadi?
The pincode of Soratewadi is 412306.
What is the population of Soratewadi?
Soratewadi had a total population of 1,662, including 848 males and 814 females.
How many households are there in Soratewadi?
Soratewadi had 364 households.
What is the literacy rate in Soratewadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Soratewadi was 83.96%. Male literacy was 92.34% and female literacy was 75.54%.