Potegaon - Karmala, Solapur
Potegaon is a village situated in the Karmala tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karmala and around 146 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Potegaon village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Potegaon is 561824. The village covers a total geographical area of 779 hectares and falls under the 413203 pincode. Karmala is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Potegaon 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 Potegaon
According to the 2011 Census, Potegaon village had a total population of 687 people, including 370 males and 317 females, living in 163 households. The sex ratio was 857 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.00%, with male literacy at 80.06% and female literacy at 58.84%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 106, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 9.
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 | 687 | 370 | 317 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 44 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 106 | 57 | 49 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 434 | 261 | 173 |
| Illiterate Population | 253 | 109 | 144 |
Nearby Villages of Potegaon
Potegaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Balewadi | North | 1.65 km |
| Borgaon | South | 2.52 km |
| Nilaj | South-West | 2.82 km |
| Ghargaon | North-East | 3.37 km |
| Wadachiwadi | South-East | 3.39 km |
| Taratgaon | North | 3.72 km |
| Dilmeshwar | South | 4.73 km |
| Khambewadi | South-West | 4.83 km |
| Pothare | West | 5.02 km |
| Kokarwadi | East | 5.56 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Potegaon
Public transport in the Potegaon 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 90.7 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 Potegaon is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Potegaon is about 146 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Potegaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Potegaon 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Potegaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Potegaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Potegaon
Where is Potegaon located?
Potegaon village is located in Karmala Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Potegaon?
Potegaon is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Potegaon?
The pincode of Potegaon is 413203.
What is the population of Potegaon?
Potegaon had a total population of 687, including 370 males and 317 females.
How many households are there in Potegaon?
Potegaon had 163 households.
What is the literacy rate in Potegaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Potegaon was 70.00%. Male literacy was 80.06% and female literacy was 58.84%.