Vadshivane - Karmala, Solapur
Vadshivane is a village situated in the Karmala tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karmala and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Vadshivane village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vadshivane is 561886. The village covers a total geographical area of 1508 hectares and falls under the 413223 pincode. Karmala is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Vadshivane 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 Vadshivane
As per Census 2011, Vadshivane village has a total population of 2,026 people, consisting of 1,065 males and 961 females. The village has 413 households and a sex ratio of 902 females per 1,000 males. There are 219 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,360 literate and 666 illiterate residents. Additionally, 260 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 20 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vadshivane are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,026 | 1,065 | 961 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 219 | 113 | 106 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 260 | 126 | 134 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 20 | 10 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 1,360 | 799 | 561 |
| Illiterate Population | 666 | 266 | 400 |
Nearby Villages of Vadshivane
Vadshivane 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kavitgaon | South-West | 2.65 km |
| Satoli | South | 3.62 km |
| Pangare | North-West | 3.91 km |
| Sangvi | West | 4.75 km |
| Bhalavni | North-West | 5.21 km |
| Malwadi | North-East | 5.34 km |
| Kem | East | 5.63 km |
| Kandar | South-West | 6.35 km |
| Upalawate | South-East | 6.99 km |
| Dahiwali | South | 7.47 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Vadshivane
Vadshivane is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhalwani, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 75.1 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 Vadshivane is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Vadshivane is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vadshivane
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vadshivane village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Vadshivane
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vadshivane 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Vadshivane
Where is Vadshivane located?
Vadshivane village is located in Karmala Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vadshivane?
Vadshivane is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vadshivane?
The pincode of Vadshivane is 413223.
What is the population of Vadshivane?
Vadshivane has a total population of 2,026, including 1,065 males and 961 females.
How many households are there in Vadshivane?
There are 413 households in Vadshivane.
What is the literacy rate in Vadshivane?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vadshivane is 67.13%. Male literacy is 75.02% and female literacy is 58.38%.