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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Veet village has a total population of 5,053 people, consisting of 2,636 males and 2,417 females. The village has 1,087 households and a sex ratio of 916 females per 1,000 males. There are 517 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,371 literate and 1,682 illiterate residents. Additionally, 620 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 112 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Veet are given below:
| 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 gram panchayat of Veet?
Veet is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Veet?
The pincode of Veet is 413203.
What is the population of Veet?
Veet has a total population of 5,053, including 2,636 males and 2,417 females.
How many households are there in Veet?
There are 1,087 households in Veet.
What is the literacy rate in Veet?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Veet is 66.71%. Male literacy is 73.71% and female literacy is 59.08%.