Patkul - Mohol, Solapur
Patkul is a village situated in the Mohol tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mohol and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Patkul village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patkul is 562258. The village covers a total geographical area of 2972.46 hectares and falls under the 413248 pincode. Pandharpur is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Patkul village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mohol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Solapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Patkul
As per Census 2011, Patkul village has a total population of 6,917 people, consisting of 3,611 males and 3,306 females. The village has 1,479 households and a sex ratio of 915 females per 1,000 males. There are 843 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,648 literate and 2,269 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,195 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 61 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Patkul are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,917 | 3,611 | 3,306 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 843 | 447 | 396 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,195 | 618 | 577 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 61 | 34 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 4,648 | 2,691 | 1,957 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,269 | 920 | 1,349 |
Nearby Villages of Patkul
Patkul 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Adhegaon | East | 3.79 km |
| Penur | North-West | 4.34 km |
| Takali (sikandar) | South-East | 4.76 km |
| Magarwadi | West | 5.67 km |
| Saundane | South-East | 6.28 km |
| Fulchincholi | South | 6.56 km |
| Tarapur | South-West | 6.90 km |
| Sarole | North | 7.18 km |
| Khavani | North-East | 7.36 km |
| Tamboli | East | 7.61 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Patkul
Patkul is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Babhulgoan, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.5 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 Pandharpur to Patkul is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Patkul is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Patkul
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patkul 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 Patkul
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patkul 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 Patkul
Where is Patkul located?
Patkul village is located in Mohol Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Patkul?
Patkul is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Patkul?
The pincode of Patkul is 413248.
What is the population of Patkul?
Patkul has a total population of 6,917, including 3,611 males and 3,306 females.
How many households are there in Patkul?
There are 1,479 households in Patkul.
What is the literacy rate in Patkul?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patkul is 67.20%. Male literacy is 74.52% and female literacy is 59.20%.