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 Village 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
According to the 2011 Census, Warkute village had a total population of 2,798 people, including 1,443 males and 1,355 females, living in 552 households. The sex ratio was 939 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.11%, with male literacy at 83.01% and female literacy at 66.72%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 493, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 9.
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 | 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 Village Panchayat of Warkute?
Warkute is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Warkute?
The pincode of Warkute is 413251.
What is the population of Warkute?
Warkute had a total population of 2,798, including 1,443 males and 1,355 females.
How many households are there in Warkute?
Warkute had 552 households.
What is the literacy rate in Warkute?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Warkute was 75.11%. Male literacy was 83.01% and female literacy was 66.72%.