Mundhewadi - Mangalvedhe, Solapur
Mundhewadi is a village situated in the Mangalvedhe tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mangalvedhe and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Mundhewadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mundhewadi is 562637. The village covers a total geographical area of 1021.09 hectares and falls under the 413305 pincode. Mangalvedhe is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Mundhewadi 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 Mundhewadi
According to the 2011 Census, Mundhewadi village had a total population of 1,245 people, including 635 males and 610 females, living in 254 households. The sex ratio was 961 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.31%, with male literacy at 88.18% and female literacy at 67.85%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 85.
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 | 1,245 | 635 | 610 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 143 | 68 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 85 | 44 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 863 | 500 | 363 |
| Illiterate Population | 382 | 135 | 247 |
Nearby Villages of Mundhewadi
Mundhewadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rahatewadi | North-East | 3.10 km |
| Fatewadi | West | 4.06 km |
| Borale | South-East | 4.47 km |
| Machanur | North | 4.64 km |
| Bramhapuri | North | 5.55 km |
| Tamdardi | North-East | 5.74 km |
| Bhalewadi | South | 5.78 km |
| Donaj | South | 6.73 km |
| Ghodeshwar | North-East | 7.51 km |
| Tandor | East | 7.57 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mundhewadi
Mundhewadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Mundhewadi, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.3 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 Mangalvedhe to Mundhewadi is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Mundhewadi is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mundhewadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mundhewadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Mundhewadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mundhewadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mundhewadi
Where is Mundhewadi located?
Mundhewadi village is located in Mangalvedhe Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mundhewadi?
Mundhewadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mundhewadi?
The pincode of Mundhewadi is 413305.
What is the population of Mundhewadi?
Mundhewadi had a total population of 1,245, including 635 males and 610 females.
How many households are there in Mundhewadi?
Mundhewadi had 254 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mundhewadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mundhewadi was 78.31%. Male literacy was 88.18% and female literacy was 67.85%.