Ughadewadi - Malshiras, Solapur
Ughadewadi is a village situated in the Malshiras tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malshiras and around 111 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Ughadewadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ughadewadi is 562488. The village covers a total geographical area of 1462 hectares and falls under the 413113 pincode. Pandharpur is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Ughadewadi 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 Ughadewadi
As per Census 2011, Ughadewadi village has a total population of 3,499 people, consisting of 1,853 males and 1,646 females. The village has 706 households and a sex ratio of 888 females per 1,000 males. There are 494 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,291 literate and 1,208 illiterate residents. Additionally, 629 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ughadewadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,499 | 1,853 | 1,646 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 494 | 277 | 217 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 629 | 317 | 312 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 2,291 | 1,337 | 954 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,208 | 516 | 692 |
Nearby Villages of Ughadewadi
Ughadewadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Malkhambi | North-East | 2.81 km |
| Bondale | South-East | 2.96 km |
| Borgaon | North-East | 4.35 km |
| Velapur | South-West | 4.50 km |
| Dhanore | South | 4.71 km |
| Tondale | South-East | 4.86 km |
| Vithalwadi | East | 4.88 km |
| Khandali | North-West | 4.90 km |
| Dattanagar (khandali) | North-West | 5.68 km |
| Khalawe | East | 5.78 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ughadewadi
Ughadewadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Pandharpur, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 71.3 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 Ughadewadi is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Ughadewadi is about 111 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ughadewadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ughadewadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ughadewadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ughadewadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Ughadewadi
Where is Ughadewadi located?
Ughadewadi village is located in Malshiras Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ughadewadi?
Ughadewadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ughadewadi?
The pincode of Ughadewadi is 413113.
What is the population of Ughadewadi?
Ughadewadi has a total population of 3,499, including 1,853 males and 1,646 females.
How many households are there in Ughadewadi?
There are 706 households in Ughadewadi.
What is the literacy rate in Ughadewadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ughadewadi is 65.48%. Male literacy is 72.15% and female literacy is 57.96%.