Pisewadi - Malshiras, Solapur
Pisewadi 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 94 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Pisewadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pisewadi is 562490. The village covers a total geographical area of 1458 hectares and falls under the 413113 pincode. Pandharpur is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Pisewadi 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 Pisewadi
According to the 2011 Census, Pisewadi village had a total population of 4,286 people, including 2,246 males and 2,040 females, living in 825 households. The sex ratio was 908 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.41%, with male literacy at 81.04% and female literacy at 65.08%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 286, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,286 | 2,246 | 2,040 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 600 | 321 | 279 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 286 | 150 | 136 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,706 | 1,560 | 1,146 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,580 | 686 | 894 |
Nearby Villages of Pisewadi
Pisewadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Vizori | North-West | 3.05 km |
| Dattanagar (khandali) | North-East | 4.22 km |
| Velapur | East | 4.28 km |
| Khudus | West | 5.00 km |
| Vijaywadi | North-West | 5.16 km |
| Nimgaon | South-West | 5.21 km |
| Chaundeshwarwadi | North | 5.23 km |
| Khandali | North-East | 6.67 km |
| Paniv | North-West | 6.86 km |
| Yashawantnagar | North | 7.25 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pisewadi
Pisewadi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Pandharpur, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 77.1 km.
| 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 Pisewadi is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Pisewadi is about 94 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pisewadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pisewadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Pisewadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pisewadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Pisewadi
Where is Pisewadi located?
Pisewadi village is located in Malshiras Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pisewadi?
Pisewadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pisewadi?
The pincode of Pisewadi is 413113.
What is the population of Pisewadi?
Pisewadi had a total population of 4,286, including 2,246 males and 2,040 females.
How many households are there in Pisewadi?
Pisewadi had 825 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pisewadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pisewadi was 73.41%. Male literacy was 81.04% and female literacy was 65.08%.