Warkatne - Karmala, Solapur
Warkatne is a village situated in the Karmala tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karmala and around 130 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Warkatne village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Warkatne is 561865. The village covers a total geographical area of 1582 hectares and falls under the 413202 pincode. Karmala is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Warkatne 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 Warkatne
As per Census 2011, Warkatne village has a total population of 1,702 people, consisting of 912 males and 790 females. The village has 330 households and a sex ratio of 866 females per 1,000 males. There are 192 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,183 literate and 519 illiterate residents. Additionally, 141 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 113 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Warkatne are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,702 | 912 | 790 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 192 | 100 | 92 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 141 | 76 | 65 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 113 | 62 | 51 |
| Literate Population | 1,183 | 709 | 474 |
| Illiterate Population | 519 | 203 | 316 |
Nearby Villages of Warkatne
Warkatne 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kondhej | West | 3.16 km |
| Nimbhore | South | 4.79 km |
| Sade | East | 4.85 km |
| Lavhe | South-West | 5.32 km |
| Jeur | West | 6.78 km |
| Gulsadi | North | 7.00 km |
| Ghoti | South-East | 7.36 km |
| Jeurwadi | West | 8.17 km |
| Malwadi | South | 8.44 km |
| Bhalavni | South | 8.47 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Warkatne
Warkatne is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Jeur, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 81.8 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 Warkatne is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Warkatne is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Warkatne
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Warkatne 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 Warkatne
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Warkatne village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Warkatne
Where is Warkatne located?
Warkatne village is located in Karmala Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Warkatne?
Warkatne is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Warkatne?
The pincode of Warkatne is 413202.
What is the population of Warkatne?
Warkatne has a total population of 1,702, including 912 males and 790 females.
How many households are there in Warkatne?
There are 330 households in Warkatne.
What is the literacy rate in Warkatne?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Warkatne is 69.51%. Male literacy is 77.74% and female literacy is 60.00%.