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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Venegaon village has a total population of 2,353 people, consisting of 1,198 males and 1,155 females. The village has 443 households and a sex ratio of 964 females per 1,000 males. There are 300 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,588 literate and 765 illiterate residents. Additionally, 181 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Venegaon are given below:
| 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 | - | 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 gram panchayat of Venegaon?
Venegaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Venegaon?
The pincode of Venegaon is 413211.
What is the population of Venegaon?
Venegaon has a total population of 2,353, including 1,198 males and 1,155 females.
How many households are there in Venegaon?
There are 443 households in Venegaon.
What is the literacy rate in Venegaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Venegaon is 67.49%. Male literacy is 73.96% and female literacy is 60.78%.