Saundane - Mohol, Solapur
Saundane is a village situated in the Mohol tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mohol and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Saundane village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saundane is 562262. The village covers a total geographical area of 939 hectares and falls under the 413213 pincode. Pandharpur is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Saundane 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 Saundane
As per Census 2011, Saundane village has a total population of 2,828 people, consisting of 1,470 males and 1,358 females. The village has 585 households and a sex ratio of 923 females per 1,000 males. There are 308 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,974 literate and 854 illiterate residents. Additionally, 552 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 12 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Saundane are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,828 | 1,470 | 1,358 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 308 | 161 | 147 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 552 | 279 | 273 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 1,974 | 1,140 | 834 |
| Illiterate Population | 854 | 330 | 524 |
Nearby Villages of Saundane
Saundane 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Warkute | South | 2.83 km |
| Tamboli | North-East | 3.07 km |
| Adhegaon | North-West | 3.63 km |
| Takali (sikandar) | West | 3.77 km |
| Shejbabhulgaon | South-East | 4.09 km |
| Ankoli | South | 5.60 km |
| Patkul | North-West | 6.28 km |
| Sayyadwarwade | East | 6.59 km |
| Najikpimpari | North-East | 6.69 km |
| Aundhi | South-East | 7.16 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Saundane
Public transport in the Saundane is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Mohol, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.6 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 Pandharpur to Saundane is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Saundane is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saundane
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saundane village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Saundane
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saundane 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 Saundane
Where is Saundane located?
Saundane village is located in Mohol Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saundane?
Saundane is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Saundane?
The pincode of Saundane is 413213.
What is the population of Saundane?
Saundane has a total population of 2,828, including 1,470 males and 1,358 females.
How many households are there in Saundane?
There are 585 households in Saundane.
What is the literacy rate in Saundane?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saundane is 69.80%. Male literacy is 77.55% and female literacy is 61.41%.