Padali - Karmala, Solapur
Padali is a village situated in the Karmala tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karmala and around 155 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Padali village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padali is 561814. The village covers a total geographical area of 835 hectares and falls under the 413203 pincode. Karmala is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Padali 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 Padali
According to the 2011 Census, Padali village had a total population of 1,529 people, including 819 males and 710 females, living in 318 households. The sex ratio was 867 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.57%, with male literacy at 78.46% and female literacy at 52.85%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 206.
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 | 1,529 | 819 | 710 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 168 | 90 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 206 | 102 | 104 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 906 | 572 | 334 |
| Illiterate Population | 623 | 247 | 376 |
Nearby Villages of Padali
Padali 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Taratgaon | South-West | 2.97 km |
| Ghargaon | South | 3.27 km |
| Kokarwadi | South-East | 4.23 km |
| Munjewadi | North-East | 4.57 km |
| Balewadi | South-West | 4.70 km |
| Aljapur | West | 5.68 km |
| Dhotri | South-East | 5.98 km |
| Potegaon | South-West | 6.05 km |
| Shelgaon | East | 6.33 km |
| Borle | North | 7.42 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Padali
Padali 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 92.9 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 Padali is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Padali is about 155 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Padali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padali 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 Padali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padali 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Padali
Where is Padali located?
Padali village is located in Karmala Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Padali?
Padali is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Padali?
The pincode of Padali is 413203.
What is the population of Padali?
Padali had a total population of 1,529, including 819 males and 710 females.
How many households are there in Padali?
Padali had 318 households.
What is the literacy rate in Padali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padali was 66.57%. Male literacy was 78.46% and female literacy was 52.85%.