Wadshinge - Madha, Solapur
Wadshinge is a village situated in the Madha tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Madha and around 77 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Wadshinge village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wadshinge is 561985. The village covers a total geographical area of 2313 hectares and falls under the 413209 pincode. Kurduvadi is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Wadshinge 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 Wadshinge
As per Census 2011, Wadshinge village has a total population of 2,939 people, consisting of 1,555 males and 1,384 females. The village has 628 households and a sex ratio of 890 females per 1,000 males. There are 316 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,947 literate and 992 illiterate residents. Additionally, 383 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Wadshinge are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,939 | 1,555 | 1,384 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 316 | 184 | 132 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 383 | 201 | 182 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,947 | 1,141 | 806 |
| Illiterate Population | 992 | 414 | 578 |
Nearby Villages of Wadshinge
Wadshinge 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nimgaon (madha) | East | 3.59 km |
| Randivewadi | South-West | 3.70 km |
| Papnas | North-East | 3.99 km |
| Tadavale | West | 4.07 km |
| Wetalwadi | South-West | 4.62 km |
| Madha | South | 4.85 km |
| Mahatpur | South-East | 5.33 km |
| Rahulnagar | East | 5.61 km |
| Mhaisgaon | North | 5.61 km |
| Chinchgaon | North-West | 5.65 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Wadshinge
Wadshinge is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Mahisgaon, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Kurduvadi to Wadshinge is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Wadshinge is about 77 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Wadshinge
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wadshinge 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 Wadshinge
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Wadshinge 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 Wadshinge
Where is Wadshinge located?
Wadshinge village is located in Madha Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Wadshinge?
Wadshinge is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Wadshinge?
The pincode of Wadshinge is 413209.
What is the population of Wadshinge?
Wadshinge has a total population of 2,939, including 1,555 males and 1,384 females.
How many households are there in Wadshinge?
There are 628 households in Wadshinge.
What is the literacy rate in Wadshinge?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wadshinge is 66.25%. Male literacy is 73.38% and female literacy is 58.24%.