Warkute - Karmala, Solapur
Warkute is a village situated in the Karmala tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karmala and around 145 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Warkute village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Warkute is 561883. The village covers a total geographical area of 1805 hectares and falls under the 413251 pincode. Karmala is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Warkute 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 Warkute
As per Census 2011, Warkute village has a total population of 2,798 people, consisting of 1,443 males and 1,355 females. The village has 552 households and a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males. There are 363 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,829 literate and 969 illiterate residents. Additionally, 493 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Warkute are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,798 | 1,443 | 1,355 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 363 | 189 | 174 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 493 | 243 | 250 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,829 | 1,041 | 788 |
| Illiterate Population | 969 | 402 | 567 |
Nearby Villages of Warkute
Warkute 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Alsunde | North-West | 3.11 km |
| Pathurdi | South-West | 4.02 km |
| Nerle | North-East | 4.75 km |
| Ghoti | West | 5.00 km |
| Ropale Kavhe | South-East | 5.11 km |
| Loni | East | 6.81 km |
| Bhogewadi | South | 7.13 km |
| Sade | North-West | 7.30 km |
| Bitergaon | South-East | 8.33 km |
| Jakhale | South | 8.93 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Warkute
Warkute is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kem, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 73.8 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 Warkute is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Warkute is about 145 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Warkute
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Warkute 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 Warkute
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Warkute 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Warkute
Where is Warkute located?
Warkute village is located in Karmala Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Warkute?
Warkute is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Warkute?
The pincode of Warkute is 413251.
What is the population of Warkute?
Warkute has a total population of 2,798, including 1,443 males and 1,355 females.
How many households are there in Warkute?
There are 552 households in Warkute.
What is the literacy rate in Warkute?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Warkute is 65.37%. Male literacy is 72.14% and female literacy is 58.15%.