Jategaon - Karmala, Solapur
Jategaon is a village situated in the Karmala tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karmala and around 150 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Jategaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jategaon is 561810. The village covers a total geographical area of 1905 hectares and falls under the 413203 pincode. Karmala is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Jategaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karmala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jategaon
As per Census 2011, Jategaon village has a total population of 2,208 people, consisting of 1,164 males and 1,044 females. The village has 445 households and a sex ratio of 896 females per 1,000 males. There are 295 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,340 literate and 868 illiterate residents. Additionally, 270 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 11 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jategaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,208 | 1,164 | 1,044 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 295 | 156 | 139 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 270 | 137 | 133 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 1,340 | 790 | 550 |
| Illiterate Population | 868 | 374 | 494 |
Nearby Villages of Jategaon
Jategaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Punwar | West | 3.81 km |
| Wadgaon (n) | South-West | 3.86 km |
| Chapadgaon | North | 4.33 km |
| Kamone | South-East | 4.36 km |
| Mangi | South | 5.16 km |
| Dighi | North-East | 5.22 km |
| Limbewadi | South-West | 6.33 km |
| Aljapur | East | 6.36 km |
| Wadgaon Kh. | South | 6.72 km |
| Jalkewadi | North-West | 7.45 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jategaon
Jategaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Pophlaj, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 98.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karmala to Jategaon is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Jategaon is about 150 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jategaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jategaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Jategaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jategaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jategaon
Where is Jategaon located?
Jategaon village is located in Karmala Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jategaon?
Jategaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jategaon?
The pincode of Jategaon is 413203.
What is the population of Jategaon?
Jategaon has a total population of 2,208, including 1,164 males and 1,044 females.
How many households are there in Jategaon?
There are 445 households in Jategaon.
What is the literacy rate in Jategaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jategaon is 60.69%. Male literacy is 67.87% and female literacy is 52.68%.