Veet - Karmala, Solapur
Veet is a village situated in the Karmala tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karmala and around 135 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Veet village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Veet is 561801. The village covers a total geographical area of 3874.09 hectares and falls under the 413203 pincode. Karmala is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Veet 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 Veet
According to the 2011 Census, Veet village had a total population of 5,053 people, including 2,636 males and 2,417 females, living in 1,087 households. The sex ratio was 917 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.32%, with male literacy at 82.65% and female literacy at 65.35%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 620, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 112.
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 | 5,053 | 2,636 | 2,417 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 517 | 285 | 232 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 620 | 322 | 298 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 112 | 67 | 45 |
| Literate Population | 3,371 | 1,943 | 1,428 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,682 | 693 | 989 |
Nearby Villages of Veet
Veet 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pimpalwadi | North-East | 4.24 km |
| Anjandoh | South-West | 4.76 km |
| Morwad | North-West | 4.82 km |
| Vanjarwadi | North | 5.05 km |
| Roshewadi | North-East | 5.26 km |
| Vihal | West | 5.38 km |
| Deolali | East | 5.97 km |
| Zare | South | 6.12 km |
| Bhose | North-East | 6.64 km |
| Kuskarwadi | West | 7.27 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Veet
Veet 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 94.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karmala to Veet is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Veet is about 135 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Veet
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Veet village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Veet
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Veet village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Veet
Where is Veet located?
Veet village is located in Karmala Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Veet?
Veet is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Veet?
The pincode of Veet is 413203.
What is the population of Veet?
Veet had a total population of 5,053, including 2,636 males and 2,417 females.
How many households are there in Veet?
Veet had 1,087 households.
What is the literacy rate in Veet?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Veet was 74.32%. Male literacy was 82.65% and female literacy was 65.35%.