Motewadi (Malshiras) - Malshiras, Solapur
Motewadi (Malshiras) is a village situated in the Malshiras tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malshiras and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Motewadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Motewadi (Malshiras) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Motewadi (Malshiras) is 562446. The village covers a total geographical area of 2252.81 hectares and falls under the 413107 pincode. Pandharpur is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Motewadi (Malshiras) 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 Motewadi (Malshiras)
As per Census 2011, Motewadi (Malshiras) village has a total population of 2,638 people, consisting of 1,419 males and 1,219 females. The village has 493 households and a sex ratio of 859 females per 1,000 males. There are 325 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,489 literate and 1,149 illiterate residents. Additionally, 355 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Motewadi (Malshiras) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,638 | 1,419 | 1,219 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 325 | 173 | 152 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 355 | 186 | 169 |
| Literate Population | 1,489 | 918 | 571 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,149 | 501 | 648 |
Nearby Villages of Motewadi (Malshiras)
Motewadi (Malshiras) is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Motewadi (Malshiras)
Motewadi (Malshiras) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pandharpur to Motewadi (Malshiras) is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Motewadi (Malshiras) is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Motewadi (Malshiras)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Motewadi (Malshiras) 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 Motewadi (Malshiras)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Motewadi (Malshiras) 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 Motewadi (Malshiras)
Where is Motewadi (Malshiras) located?
Motewadi (Malshiras) village is located in Malshiras Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Motewadi (Malshiras)?
The Gram Panchayat of Motewadi (Malshiras) is Motewadi.
What is the pincode of Motewadi (Malshiras)?
The pincode of Motewadi (Malshiras) is 413107.
What is the population of Motewadi (Malshiras)?
Motewadi (Malshiras) has a total population of 2,638, including 1,419 males and 1,219 females.
How many households are there in Motewadi (Malshiras)?
There are 493 households in Motewadi (Malshiras).
What is the literacy rate in Motewadi (Malshiras)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Motewadi (Malshiras) is 56.44%. Male literacy is 64.69% and female literacy is 46.84%.