Markadwadi - Malshiras, Solapur
Markadwadi is a village situated in the Malshiras tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malshiras and around 122 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Markadwadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Markadwadi is 562416. The village covers a total geographical area of 1421.28 hectares and falls under the 413109 pincode. Phaltan is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Markadwadi 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 Markadwadi
As per Census 2011, Markadwadi village has a total population of 3,248 people, consisting of 1,687 males and 1,561 females. The village has 667 households and a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males. There are 444 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,033 literate and 1,215 illiterate residents. Additionally, 393 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 15 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Markadwadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,248 | 1,687 | 1,561 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 444 | 226 | 218 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 393 | 201 | 192 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 7 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 2,033 | 1,189 | 844 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,215 | 498 | 717 |
Nearby Villages of Markadwadi
Markadwadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kadamwadi | North | 2.43 km |
| Umbare Dahigaon | North-East | 2.72 km |
| Tamsidwadi | South-West | 3.13 km |
| Medad | South-East | 4.31 km |
| Tirwandi | East | 5.47 km |
| Motewadi (fondshiras) | North-West | 5.52 km |
| Fondshiras | West | 5.72 km |
| Purandawade | South | 5.84 km |
| Khorochi | North-East | 6.07 km |
| Sadashivnagar | South | 6.35 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Markadwadi
Markadwadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Baramati, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 92.7 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 Phaltan to Markadwadi is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Markadwadi is about 122 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Markadwadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Markadwadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Markadwadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Markadwadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Markadwadi
Where is Markadwadi located?
Markadwadi village is located in Malshiras Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Markadwadi?
Markadwadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Markadwadi?
The pincode of Markadwadi is 413109.
What is the population of Markadwadi?
Markadwadi has a total population of 3,248, including 1,687 males and 1,561 females.
How many households are there in Markadwadi?
There are 667 households in Markadwadi.
What is the literacy rate in Markadwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Markadwadi is 62.59%. Male literacy is 70.48% and female literacy is 54.07%.