Kumbhej - Karmala, Solapur
Kumbhej 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 130 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Kumbhej village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kumbhej is 561860. The village covers a total geographical area of 2234.18 hectares and falls under the 413202 pincode. Karmala is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Kumbhej 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 Kumbhej
As per Census 2011, Kumbhej village has a total population of 2,638 people, consisting of 1,343 males and 1,295 females. The village has 689 households and a sex ratio of 964 females per 1,000 males. There are 297 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,691 literate and 947 illiterate residents. Additionally, 389 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kumbhej are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,638 | 1,343 | 1,295 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 297 | 155 | 142 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 389 | 202 | 187 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,691 | 949 | 742 |
| Illiterate Population | 947 | 394 | 553 |
Nearby Villages of Kumbhej
Kumbhej 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 Kumbhej
Kumbhej is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Kumbhej.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Kumbhej is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Kumbhej is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kumbhej
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kumbhej 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kumbhej
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kumbhej village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Kumbhej
Where is Kumbhej located?
Kumbhej village is located in Karmala Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kumbhej?
Kumbhej is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kumbhej?
The pincode of Kumbhej is 413202.
What is the population of Kumbhej?
Kumbhej has a total population of 2,638, including 1,343 males and 1,295 females.
How many households are there in Kumbhej?
There are 689 households in Kumbhej.
What is the literacy rate in Kumbhej?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kumbhej is 64.10%. Male literacy is 70.66% and female literacy is 57.30%.