Pothare - Karmala, Solapur
Pothare 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 140 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Potharenilaj serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pothare village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pothare is 561822. The village covers a total geographical area of 2117 hectares and falls under the 413203 pincode. Karmala is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Pothare 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 Pothare
As per Census 2011, Pothare village has a total population of 3,882 people, consisting of 2,031 males and 1,851 females. The village has 794 households and a sex ratio of 911 females per 1,000 males. There are 477 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,500 literate and 1,382 illiterate residents. Additionally, 776 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 42 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pothare are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,882 | 2,031 | 1,851 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 477 | 271 | 206 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 776 | 404 | 372 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 42 | 19 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 2,500 | 1,439 | 1,061 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,382 | 592 | 790 |
Nearby Villages of Pothare
Pothare 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nilaj | East | 2.65 km |
| Kamone | North | 3.83 km |
| Khambewadi | South-East | 4.08 km |
| Dhaykhindi | South | 4.14 km |
| Mangi | West | 4.15 km |
| Potegaon | East | 5.02 km |
| Shirdevichamal | South | 5.10 km |
| Borgaon | East | 5.13 km |
| Hiwarwadi | South-West | 5.20 km |
| Karmala (rural) | South-West | 5.33 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pothare
Pothare 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 92.4 km.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karmala to Pothare is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Pothare is about 140 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pothare
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pothare 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Pothare
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pothare village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Pothare
Where is Pothare located?
Pothare village is located in Karmala Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pothare?
The Gram Panchayat of Pothare is Potharenilaj.
What is the pincode of Pothare?
The pincode of Pothare is 413203.
What is the population of Pothare?
Pothare has a total population of 3,882, including 2,031 males and 1,851 females.
How many households are there in Pothare?
There are 794 households in Pothare.
What is the literacy rate in Pothare?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pothare is 64.40%. Male literacy is 70.85% and female literacy is 57.32%.