Washimbe - Karmala, Solapur
Washimbe is a village situated in the Karmala tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karmala and around 145 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Washibe serves as the Gram Panchayat for Washimbe village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Washimbe is 561790. The village covers a total geographical area of 1992.94 hectares and falls under the 413206 pincode. Karmala is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Washimbe 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 Washimbe
As per Census 2011, Washimbe village has a total population of 2,782 people, consisting of 1,466 males and 1,316 females. The village has 561 households and a sex ratio of 897 females per 1,000 males. There are 324 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,986 literate and 796 illiterate residents. Additionally, 288 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 29 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Washimbe are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,782 | 1,466 | 1,316 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 324 | 173 | 151 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 288 | 147 | 141 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 29 | 12 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 1,986 | 1,137 | 849 |
| Illiterate Population | 796 | 329 | 467 |
Nearby Villages of Washimbe
Washimbe 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Goyegaon | South-West | 3.07 km |
| Ganjewalan | South-East | 3.84 km |
| Sogaon | East | 3.99 km |
| Undargaon | North-East | 4.12 km |
| Parewadi | North-West | 4.42 km |
| Kettur | West | 4.45 km |
| Ritewadi | North-East | 4.50 km |
| Agoti No.2 | South-West | 5.84 km |
| Rajuri | North | 5.96 km |
| Agoti No.1 | South-West | 6.27 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Washimbe
Public transport in the Washimbe is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Washimbe, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 93.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karmala to Washimbe is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Washimbe 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 Washimbe
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Washimbe village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Washimbe
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Washimbe village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Washimbe
Where is Washimbe located?
Washimbe village is located in Karmala Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Washimbe?
The Gram Panchayat of Washimbe is Washibe.
What is the pincode of Washimbe?
The pincode of Washimbe is 413206.
What is the population of Washimbe?
Washimbe has a total population of 2,782, including 1,466 males and 1,316 females.
How many households are there in Washimbe?
There are 561 households in Washimbe.
What is the literacy rate in Washimbe?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Washimbe is 71.39%. Male literacy is 77.56% and female literacy is 64.51%.