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 Village 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
According to the 2011 Census, Jategaon village had a total population of 2,208 people, including 1,164 males and 1,044 females, living in 445 households. The sex ratio was 897 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.05%, with male literacy at 78.37% and female literacy at 60.77%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 270, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 11.
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 | 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 Village Panchayat of Jategaon?
Jategaon is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jategaon?
The pincode of Jategaon is 413203.
What is the population of Jategaon?
Jategaon had a total population of 2,208, including 1,164 males and 1,044 females.
How many households are there in Jategaon?
Jategaon had 445 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jategaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jategaon was 70.05%. Male literacy was 78.37% and female literacy was 60.77%.