Maravade - Mangalvedhe, Solapur
Maravade is a village situated in the Mangalvedhe tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mangalvedhe and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Marawade serves as the Gram Panchayat for Maravade village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Maravade is 562649. The village covers a total geographical area of 1491.21 hectares and falls under the 413319 pincode. Mangalvedhe is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Maravade 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 Maravade
As per Census 2011, Maravade village has a total population of 4,974 people, consisting of 2,538 males and 2,436 females. The village has 1,050 households and a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males. There are 647 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,383 literate and 1,591 illiterate residents. Additionally, 946 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 24 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Maravade are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,974 | 2,538 | 2,436 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 647 | 341 | 306 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 946 | 464 | 482 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 24 | 11 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 3,383 | 1,922 | 1,461 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,591 | 616 | 975 |
Nearby Villages of Maravade
Maravade 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Diksal | South-East | 2.99 km |
| Talsangi | West | 3.44 km |
| Lamantanda | East | 3.84 km |
| Bhalewadi | North | 3.93 km |
| Yedrav | South | 4.86 km |
| Donaj | North-East | 4.97 km |
| Kagasht | South-East | 5.21 km |
| Katral | South | 5.63 km |
| Karjal | South-East | 6.26 km |
| Khave | South-West | 6.88 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Maravade
Maravade is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bohali, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.2 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 Maravade is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Maravade is about 67 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 Maravade
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Maravade village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Maravade
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Maravade 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Maravade
Where is Maravade located?
Maravade village is located in Mangalvedhe Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Maravade?
The Gram Panchayat of Maravade is Marawade.
What is the pincode of Maravade?
The pincode of Maravade is 413319.
What is the population of Maravade?
Maravade has a total population of 4,974, including 2,538 males and 2,436 females.
How many households are there in Maravade?
There are 1,050 households in Maravade.
What is the literacy rate in Maravade?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Maravade is 68.01%. Male literacy is 75.73% and female literacy is 59.98%.