Safale - Akkalkot, Solapur
Safale is a village situated in the Akkalkot tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Akkalkot and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Safale village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Safale is 562881. The village covers a total geographical area of 693.19 hectares and falls under the 413218 pincode. Akkalkot is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Safale village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Akkalkot Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Solapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Safale
As per Census 2011, Safale village has a total population of 1,197 people, consisting of 616 males and 581 females. The village has 245 households and a sex ratio of 943 females per 1,000 males. There are 172 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 719 literate and 478 illiterate residents. Additionally, 141 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 55 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Safale are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,197 | 616 | 581 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 172 | 98 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 141 | 72 | 69 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 55 | 28 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 719 | 428 | 291 |
| Illiterate Population | 478 | 188 | 290 |
Nearby Villages of Safale
Safale 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shirasi | South-East | 2.28 km |
| Sangavi Bk | South-West | 2.52 km |
| Motyal | West | 3.28 km |
| Kolekarwadi | West | 3.42 km |
| Shirwal | East | 3.58 km |
| Badole Bk | North | 4.02 km |
| Sangavi Kh | South-West | 4.38 km |
| Sindkhed | West | 4.66 km |
| Badole Kh | North-East | 4.77 km |
| Kurnur | North-West | 4.80 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Safale
Safale is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Nagansur, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 27.0 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 Akkalkot to Safale is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Safale is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Safale
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Safale village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Safale
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Safale village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Safale
Where is Safale located?
Safale village is located in Akkalkot Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Safale?
Safale is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Safale?
The pincode of Safale is 413218.
What is the population of Safale?
Safale has a total population of 1,197, including 616 males and 581 females.
How many households are there in Safale?
There are 245 households in Safale.
What is the literacy rate in Safale?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Safale is 60.07%. Male literacy is 69.48% and female literacy is 50.09%.