Kettur - Karmala, Solapur
Kettur is a village situated in the Karmala tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karmala and around 175 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Ketur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kettur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kettur is 561788. The village covers a total geographical area of 1579 hectares and falls under the 413206 pincode. Karmala is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Kettur 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 Kettur
As per Census 2011, Kettur village has a total population of 3,920 people, consisting of 2,046 males and 1,874 females. The village has 820 households and a sex ratio of 915 females per 1,000 males. There are 452 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,835 literate and 1,085 illiterate residents. Additionally, 432 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 77 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kettur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,920 | 2,046 | 1,874 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 452 | 245 | 207 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 432 | 222 | 210 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 77 | 40 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 2,835 | 1,618 | 1,217 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,085 | 428 | 657 |
Nearby Villages of Kettur
Kettur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chandgaon | South-West | 2.74 km |
| Parewadi | North | 2.93 km |
| Goyegaon | South-East | 3.61 km |
| Pomalwadi | West | 3.64 km |
| Agoti No.1 | South | 4.00 km |
| Washimbe | East | 4.45 km |
| Agoti No.2 | South-East | 4.94 km |
| Bhawadi | South-West | 5.07 km |
| Gulmarwadi | North-West | 5.31 km |
| Divegavhan | North | 6.29 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kettur
Public transport in the Kettur is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Parewadi, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 89.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karmala to Kettur is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Kettur is about 175 km, with the usual travel time around ~5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kettur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kettur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kettur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kettur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Kettur
Where is Kettur located?
Kettur village is located in Karmala Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kettur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kettur is Ketur.
What is the pincode of Kettur?
The pincode of Kettur is 413206.
What is the population of Kettur?
Kettur has a total population of 3,920, including 2,046 males and 1,874 females.
How many households are there in Kettur?
There are 820 households in Kettur.
What is the literacy rate in Kettur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kettur is 72.32%. Male literacy is 79.08% and female literacy is 64.94%.