Watwate - Mohol, Solapur
Watwate is a village situated in the Mohol tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mohol and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Watwate village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Watwate is 562292. The village covers a total geographical area of 1126.29 hectares and falls under the 413253 pincode. Solapur is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Watwate 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 Watwate
According to the 2011 Census, Watwate village had a total population of 1,500 people, including 746 males and 754 females, living in 269 households. The sex ratio was 1,011 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.85%, with male literacy at 71.67% and female literacy at 53.70%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 246, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 19.
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 | 1,500 | 746 | 754 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 232 | 100 | 132 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 246 | 124 | 122 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 9 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 797 | 463 | 334 |
| Illiterate Population | 703 | 283 | 420 |
Nearby Villages of Watwate
Watwate 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jamgaon Bk | East | 3.19 km |
| Jamgaon Kh | East | 3.44 km |
| Yenaki | North-West | 3.53 km |
| Miri | South-West | 3.55 km |
| Wagholiwadi | North | 4.02 km |
| Vadapur | South-East | 4.71 km |
| Wagholi | North | 5.52 km |
| Arbali | West | 5.55 km |
| Korwali | North-East | 5.94 km |
| Tandor | South-West | 6.33 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Watwate
Watwate is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Mundhewadi, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 20.4 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 Solapur to Watwate is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Watwate
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Watwate 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 Watwate
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Watwate 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 Watwate
Where is Watwate located?
Watwate village is located in Mohol Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Watwate?
Watwate is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Watwate?
The pincode of Watwate is 413253.
What is the population of Watwate?
Watwate had a total population of 1,500, including 746 males and 754 females.
How many households are there in Watwate?
Watwate had 269 households.
What is the literacy rate in Watwate?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Watwate was 62.85%. Male literacy was 71.67% and female literacy was 53.70%.