Padolkarwadi - Mangalvedhe, Solapur
Padolkarwadi is a village situated in the Mangalvedhe tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 38 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mangalvedhe and around 92 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Padolkarwadi village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padolkarwadi is 562680. The village covers a total geographical area of 976.33 hectares and falls under the 413222 pincode. Mangalvedhe is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Padolkarwadi 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 Padolkarwadi
According to the 2011 Census, Padolkarwadi village had a total population of 1,562 people, including 815 males and 747 females, living in 243 households. The sex ratio was 917 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.51%, with male literacy at 74.35% and female literacy at 47.56%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 15.
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 | 1,562 | 815 | 747 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 237 | 125 | 112 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 10 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 815 | 513 | 302 |
| Illiterate Population | 747 | 302 | 445 |
Nearby Villages of Padolkarwadi
Padolkarwadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lonar | North | 2.91 km |
| Kunikonur | South | 4.22 km |
| Khairao | West | 4.30 km |
| Lakdewadi | South-East | 4.46 km |
| Jadarbobalad | North-East | 5.34 km |
| Revewadi | North-West | 5.36 km |
| Tonewadi | South-West | 5.64 km |
| Hunnur | North | 7.40 km |
| Maithal | South | 7.69 km |
| Madgyal | South | 7.89 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Padolkarwadi
Padolkarwadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Javale, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 57.7 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 Padolkarwadi is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Padolkarwadi is about 92 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Padolkarwadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padolkarwadi 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 Padolkarwadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padolkarwadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Padolkarwadi
Where is Padolkarwadi located?
Padolkarwadi village is located in Mangalvedhe Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Padolkarwadi?
Padolkarwadi is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Padolkarwadi?
The pincode of Padolkarwadi is 413222.
What is the population of Padolkarwadi?
Padolkarwadi had a total population of 1,562, including 815 males and 747 females.
How many households are there in Padolkarwadi?
Padolkarwadi had 243 households.
What is the literacy rate in Padolkarwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padolkarwadi was 61.51%. Male literacy was 74.35% and female literacy was 47.56%.