Mandaki - Malshiras, Solapur
Mandaki is a village situated in the Malshiras tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malshiras and around 174 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Mandaki village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mandaki is 562449. The village covers a total geographical area of 925 hectares and falls under the 413107 pincode. Pandharpur is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Mandaki village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Malshiras Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mandaki
As per Census 2011, Mandaki village has a total population of 2,586 people, consisting of 1,338 males and 1,248 females. The village has 514 households and a sex ratio of 932 females per 1,000 males. There are 274 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,849 literate and 737 illiterate residents. Additionally, 386 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mandaki are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,586 | 1,338 | 1,248 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 274 | 152 | 122 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 386 | 196 | 190 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,849 | 1,045 | 804 |
| Illiterate Population | 737 | 293 | 444 |
Nearby Villages of Mandaki
Mandaki 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jalbhavi | South | 2.91 km |
| Rede | West | 3.74 km |
| Islampur | North-East | 3.74 km |
| Goradwadi | East | 4.16 km |
| Kanher | North-West | 4.68 km |
| Hawaldarwadi | South-West | 5.41 km |
| Karkhel | South | 6.95 km |
| Paryanti | South-West | 6.95 km |
| Sambhukhed | South-West | 7.17 km |
| Jadhavwadi | North | 7.24 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mandaki
Public transport in the Mandaki is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bohali, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 90.2 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 Pandharpur to Mandaki is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Mandaki is about 174 km, with the usual travel time around ~5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mandaki
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mandaki 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Mandaki
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mandaki village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mandaki
Where is Mandaki located?
Mandaki village is located in Malshiras Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mandaki?
Mandaki is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mandaki?
The pincode of Mandaki is 413107.
What is the population of Mandaki?
Mandaki has a total population of 2,586, including 1,338 males and 1,248 females.
How many households are there in Mandaki?
There are 514 households in Mandaki.
What is the literacy rate in Mandaki?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mandaki is 71.50%. Male literacy is 78.10% and female literacy is 64.42%.