Venegaon - Madha, Solapur
Venegaon is a village situated in the Madha tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Madha and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Venegaon village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Venegaon is 561950. The village covers a total geographical area of 719.07 hectares and falls under the 413211 pincode. Kurduvadi is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Venegaon 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 Venegaon
According to the 2011 Census, Venegaon village had a total population of 2,353 people, including 1,198 males and 1,155 females, living in 443 households. The sex ratio was 964 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.35%, with male literacy at 85.36% and female literacy at 69.16%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 181, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 2,353 | 1,198 | 1,155 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 300 | 160 | 140 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 181 | 92 | 89 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,588 | 886 | 702 |
| Illiterate Population | 765 | 312 | 453 |
Nearby Villages of Venegaon
Venegaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tambave | North-East | 2.78 km |
| Akole Bk | South-East | 3.37 km |
| Sapatne Tembhurni | East | 3.44 km |
| Tembhurni | West | 4.82 km |
| Bhuinje | East | 5.72 km |
| Ahergaon | South-East | 5.76 km |
| Bembale | South | 6.17 km |
| Kanhergaon | North | 6.34 km |
| Parite | South-East | 6.51 km |
| Pimpalner | North-East | 7.24 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Venegaon
Venegaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Padsali, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 66.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kurduvadi to Venegaon is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Venegaon is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Venegaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Venegaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Venegaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Venegaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Venegaon
Where is Venegaon located?
Venegaon village is located in Madha Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Venegaon?
Venegaon is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Venegaon?
The pincode of Venegaon is 413211.
What is the population of Venegaon?
Venegaon had a total population of 2,353, including 1,198 males and 1,155 females.
How many households are there in Venegaon?
Venegaon had 443 households.
What is the literacy rate in Venegaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Venegaon was 77.35%. Male literacy was 85.36% and female literacy was 69.16%.