Mangalvedha - Mangalvedhe, Solapur
Mangalvedha is a village situated in the Mangalvedhe tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mangalvedhe and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Donaj serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mangalvedha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mangalvedha is 562638. The village covers a total geographical area of 12685 hectares and falls under the 413305 pincode. Mangalvedhe is the nearest town, located about 1 km away.
Mangalvedha 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 Mangalvedha
As per Census 2011, Mangalvedha village has a total population of 12,409 people, consisting of 6,522 males and 5,887 females. The village has 2,790 households and a sex ratio of 902 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,492 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 8,519 literate and 3,890 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,335 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 94 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mangalvedha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 12,409 | 6,522 | 5,887 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,492 | 818 | 674 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,335 | 709 | 626 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 94 | 47 | 47 |
| Literate Population | 8,519 | 4,794 | 3,725 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,890 | 1,728 | 2,162 |
Nearby Villages of Mangalvedha
Mangalvedha 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Fatewadi | East | 4.11 km |
| Khomnal | South | 6.91 km |
| Degaon | North-West | 7.40 km |
| Mudhavi | North | 7.56 km |
| Dhavalas | North-West | 7.74 km |
| Dharamgaon | North-West | 7.83 km |
| Bhalewadi | South-East | 7.89 km |
| Mundhewadi | East | 7.95 km |
| Kacharewadi | South-West | 8.01 km |
| Bramhapuri | North-East | 8.40 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mangalvedha
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Mangalvedha. The nearest railway station is Pandharpur, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mangalvedhe to Mangalvedha is about 1 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Mangalvedha is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mangalvedha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mangalvedha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Mangalvedha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mangalvedha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Mangalvedha
Where is Mangalvedha located?
Mangalvedha village is located in Mangalvedhe Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mangalvedha?
The Gram Panchayat of Mangalvedha is Donaj.
What is the pincode of Mangalvedha?
The pincode of Mangalvedha is 413305.
What is the population of Mangalvedha?
Mangalvedha has a total population of 12,409, including 6,522 males and 5,887 females.
How many households are there in Mangalvedha?
There are 2,790 households in Mangalvedha.
What is the literacy rate in Mangalvedha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mangalvedha is 68.65%. Male literacy is 73.51% and female literacy is 63.28%.