Khadakewadi - Karmala, Solapur
Khadakewadi is a village situated in the Karmala tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karmala and around 127 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Deolali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khadakewadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khadakewadi is 561836. The village covers a total geographical area of 584.4 hectares and falls under the 413203 pincode. Karmala is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Khadakewadi 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 Khadakewadi
According to the 2011 Census, Khadakewadi village had a total population of 876 people, including 444 males and 432 females, living in 178 households. The sex ratio was 973 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.07%, with male literacy at 76.18% and female literacy at 55.38%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 22, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 14.
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 | 876 | 444 | 432 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 92 | 41 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 8 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 518 | 307 | 211 |
| Illiterate Population | 358 | 137 | 221 |
Nearby Villages of Khadakewadi
Khadakewadi is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Khadakewadi
Public transport in the Khadakewadi is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karmala to Khadakewadi is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Khadakewadi is about 127 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khadakewadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khadakewadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khadakewadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khadakewadi 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Khadakewadi
Where is Khadakewadi located?
Khadakewadi village is located in Karmala Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khadakewadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Khadakewadi is Deolali.
What is the pincode of Khadakewadi?
The pincode of Khadakewadi is 413203.
What is the population of Khadakewadi?
Khadakewadi had a total population of 876, including 444 males and 432 females.
How many households are there in Khadakewadi?
Khadakewadi had 178 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khadakewadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khadakewadi was 66.07%. Male literacy was 76.18% and female literacy was 55.38%.