Andhalgaon - Mangalvedhe, Solapur
Andhalgaon is a village situated in the Mangalvedhe tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mangalvedhe and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Andhalgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Andhalgaon is 562655. The village covers a total geographical area of 2483 hectares and falls under the 413305 pincode. Mangalvedhe is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Andhalgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pandharpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Solapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Andhalgaon
As per Census 2011, Andhalgaon village has a total population of 4,534 people, consisting of 2,398 males and 2,136 females. The village has 1,002 households and a sex ratio of 890 females per 1,000 males. There are 574 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,854 literate and 1,680 illiterate residents. Additionally, 812 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 18 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Andhalgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,534 | 2,398 | 2,136 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 574 | 323 | 251 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 812 | 415 | 397 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 18 | 6 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 2,854 | 1,678 | 1,176 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,680 | 720 | 960 |
Nearby Villages of Andhalgaon
Andhalgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khupsangi | South-East | 3.41 km |
| Laxami Dahiwadi | West | 4.26 km |
| Shelewadi | North-East | 4.76 km |
| Lendave Chichale | South-West | 5.33 km |
| Ganeshwadi | North-East | 5.53 km |
| Patkhal | East | 5.93 km |
| Gunjegaon | North | 6.19 km |
| Rajapur | West | 7.32 km |
| Junoni | South-East | 7.41 km |
| Metkarwadi | South-East | 7.42 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Andhalgaon
Public transport in the Andhalgaon is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bamani, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.9 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 Mangalvedhe to Andhalgaon is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Andhalgaon is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Andhalgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Andhalgaon 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 Andhalgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Andhalgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Andhalgaon
Where is Andhalgaon located?
Andhalgaon village is located in Mangalvedhe Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Andhalgaon?
Andhalgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Andhalgaon?
The pincode of Andhalgaon is 413305.
What is the population of Andhalgaon?
Andhalgaon has a total population of 4,534, including 2,398 males and 2,136 females.
How many households are there in Andhalgaon?
There are 1,002 households in Andhalgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Andhalgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Andhalgaon is 62.95%. Male literacy is 69.97% and female literacy is 55.06%.