Shetphal - Mohol, Solapur
Shetphal is a village situated in the Mohol tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mohol and around 69 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Shetphal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shetphal is 562192. The village covers a total geographical area of 3089 hectares and falls under the 413324 pincode. Kurduvadi is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Shetphal 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 Shetphal
As per Census 2011, Shetphal village has a total population of 5,772 people, consisting of 3,055 males and 2,717 females. The village has 1,245 households and a sex ratio of 889 females per 1,000 males. There are 754 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,858 literate and 1,914 illiterate residents. Additionally, 831 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 17 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shetphal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,772 | 3,055 | 2,717 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 754 | 404 | 350 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 831 | 425 | 406 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 6 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 3,858 | 2,268 | 1,590 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,914 | 787 | 1,127 |
Nearby Villages of Shetphal
Shetphal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sidhdewadi | West | 1.91 km |
| Telangwadi | South-East | 2.66 km |
| Modnimb | West | 3.49 km |
| Kuranwadi (ashti) | South | 3.99 km |
| Bavi | North | 4.52 km |
| Solankarwadi | North-West | 5.53 km |
| Wafale | East | 6.30 km |
| Khandali | South-East | 6.36 km |
| Ropale Kh. | North | 6.84 km |
| Devadi | East | 7.37 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shetphal
Shetphal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Modnimb, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.4 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 Kurduvadi to Shetphal is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Shetphal is about 69 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shetphal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shetphal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Shetphal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shetphal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shetphal
Where is Shetphal located?
Shetphal village is located in Mohol Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shetphal?
Shetphal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shetphal?
The pincode of Shetphal is 413324.
What is the population of Shetphal?
Shetphal has a total population of 5,772, including 3,055 males and 2,717 females.
How many households are there in Shetphal?
There are 1,245 households in Shetphal.
What is the literacy rate in Shetphal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shetphal is 66.84%. Male literacy is 74.24% and female literacy is 58.52%.