Kawalwadi - Karmala, Solapur
Kawalwadi is a village situated in the Karmala tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 43 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karmala and around 135 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Kawalwadi village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kawalwadi is 561772. The village covers a total geographical area of 505.26 hectares and falls under the 413203 pincode. Karmala is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Kawalwadi 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 Kawalwadi
According to the 2011 Census, Kawalwadi village had a total population of 845 people, including 430 males and 415 females, living in 148 households. The sex ratio was 965 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.37%, with male literacy at 83.24% and female literacy at 61.22%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2.
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 | 845 | 430 | 415 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 114 | 60 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 529 | 308 | 221 |
| Illiterate Population | 316 | 122 | 194 |
Nearby Villages of Kawalwadi
Kawalwadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Babhulgaon Dumala | West | 1.73 km |
| Bhilarwadi | East | 2.11 km |
| Shimpore | North-West | 2.64 km |
| Autewadi | West | 3.75 km |
| Karpadi | North-East | 4.47 km |
| Delwadi | East | 5.41 km |
| Gharatwadi | North-East | 5.57 km |
| Khed | North-West | 6.41 km |
| Katraj | South-West | 7.11 km |
| Waysewadi | North | 7.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kawalwadi
Public transport in the Kawalwadi is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Jinti Road, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 81.0 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karmala to Kawalwadi is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Kawalwadi is about 135 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kawalwadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kawalwadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kawalwadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kawalwadi 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kawalwadi
Where is Kawalwadi located?
Kawalwadi village is located in Karmala Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Kawalwadi?
Kawalwadi is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kawalwadi?
The pincode of Kawalwadi is 413203.
What is the population of Kawalwadi?
Kawalwadi had a total population of 845, including 430 males and 415 females.
How many households are there in Kawalwadi?
Kawalwadi had 148 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kawalwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kawalwadi was 72.37%. Male literacy was 83.24% and female literacy was 61.22%.