Wafale - Mohol, Solapur
Wafale is a village situated in the Mohol tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mohol and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Wafale village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wafale is 562193. The village covers a total geographical area of 2194.75 hectares and falls under the 413214 pincode. Kurduvadi is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Wafale 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 Wafale
As per Census 2011, Wafale village has a total population of 4,107 people, consisting of 2,118 males and 1,989 females. The village has 982 households and a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males. There are 488 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,577 literate and 1,530 illiterate residents. Additionally, 551 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 41 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Wafale are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,107 | 2,118 | 1,989 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 488 | 242 | 246 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 551 | 282 | 269 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 41 | 21 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 2,577 | 1,503 | 1,074 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,530 | 615 | 915 |
Nearby Villages of Wafale
Wafale 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Devadi | South | 3.49 km |
| Telangwadi | South-West | 4.46 km |
| Khandobachiwadi | East | 4.80 km |
| Upalai Bk. | North | 6.19 km |
| Shetphal | West | 6.30 km |
| Nalbandwadi | South-East | 6.39 km |
| Wadachiwadi | South | 6.44 km |
| Khandali | South-West | 7.14 km |
| Hivare | South-East | 7.24 km |
| Ropale Kh. | North-West | 7.33 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Wafale
Wafale is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Modnimb, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kurduvadi to Wafale is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Wafale is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Wafale
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wafale village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Wafale
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Wafale 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Wafale
Where is Wafale located?
Wafale village is located in Mohol Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Wafale?
Wafale is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Wafale?
The pincode of Wafale is 413214.
What is the population of Wafale?
Wafale has a total population of 4,107, including 2,118 males and 1,989 females.
How many households are there in Wafale?
There are 982 households in Wafale.
What is the literacy rate in Wafale?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wafale is 62.75%. Male literacy is 70.96% and female literacy is 54.00%.