Mungashi - Madha, Solapur
Mungashi is a village situated in the Madha tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Madha and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Mungshi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mungashi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mungashi is 561895. The village covers a total geographical area of 777.27 hectares and falls under the 413252 pincode. Paranda is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Mungashi 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 Mungashi
As per Census 2011, Mungashi village has a total population of 1,291 people, consisting of 662 males and 629 females. The village has 248 households and a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males. There are 166 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 780 literate and 511 illiterate residents. Additionally, 68 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mungashi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,291 | 662 | 629 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 166 | 85 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 68 | 32 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 780 | 451 | 329 |
| Illiterate Population | 511 | 211 | 300 |
Nearby Villages of Mungashi
Mungashi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pithapuri | South-East | 2.29 km |
| Nadi | South | 2.72 km |
| Loni | West | 2.94 km |
| Bhotra | North | 2.96 km |
| Karanja | South-East | 3.89 km |
| Bitergaon | South-West | 4.36 km |
| Katrabad | East | 4.70 km |
| Jamgaon | North-East | 5.04 km |
| Shingewadi | South | 5.30 km |
| Rosa | North | 5.85 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mungashi
Mungashi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Dhavalas, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 68.9 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 Paranda to Mungashi is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Mungashi is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mungashi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mungashi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Mungashi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mungashi 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Mungashi
Where is Mungashi located?
Mungashi village is located in Madha Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mungashi?
The Gram Panchayat of Mungashi is Mungshi.
What is the pincode of Mungashi?
The pincode of Mungashi is 413252.
What is the population of Mungashi?
Mungashi has a total population of 1,291, including 662 males and 629 females.
How many households are there in Mungashi?
There are 248 households in Mungashi.
What is the literacy rate in Mungashi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mungashi is 60.42%. Male literacy is 68.13% and female literacy is 52.31%.