Footjawalgaon - Madha, Solapur
Footjawalgaon is a village situated in the Madha tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 44 km from the tehsil headquarters in Madha and around 98 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Footjawalgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Footjawalgaon is 561931. The village covers a total geographical area of 376.4 hectares and falls under the 413211 pincode. Indapur is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Footjawalgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Madha Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Footjawalgaon
As per Census 2011, Footjawalgaon village has a total population of 1,153 people, consisting of 595 males and 558 females. The village has 239 households and a sex ratio of 937 females per 1,000 males. There are 146 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 749 literate and 404 illiterate residents. Additionally, 90 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Footjawalgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,153 | 595 | 558 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 146 | 82 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 90 | 43 | 47 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 749 | 426 | 323 |
| Illiterate Population | 404 | 169 | 235 |
Nearby Villages of Footjawalgaon
Footjawalgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Akole Kh | South | 2.00 km |
| Kandar | North | 3.21 km |
| Kanhergaon | South-East | 3.85 km |
| Surli | West | 4.18 km |
| Dahiwali | East | 4.96 km |
| Shiral Tembhurni | South-West | 5.47 km |
| Tembhurni | South | 6.54 km |
| Satoli | North-East | 6.65 km |
| Kandalgaon | West | 6.99 km |
| Ujani Tembhurni | West | 7.14 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Footjawalgaon
Footjawalgaon 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 72.6 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 Indapur to Footjawalgaon is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Footjawalgaon is about 98 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Footjawalgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Footjawalgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Footjawalgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Footjawalgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Footjawalgaon
Where is Footjawalgaon located?
Footjawalgaon village is located in Madha Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Footjawalgaon?
Footjawalgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Footjawalgaon?
The pincode of Footjawalgaon is 413211.
What is the population of Footjawalgaon?
Footjawalgaon has a total population of 1,153, including 595 males and 558 females.
How many households are there in Footjawalgaon?
There are 239 households in Footjawalgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Footjawalgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Footjawalgaon is 64.96%. Male literacy is 71.60% and female literacy is 57.89%.