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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Watwate village has a total population of 1,500 people, consisting of 746 males and 754 females. The village has 269 households and a sex ratio of 1,010 females per 1,000 males. There are 232 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 797 literate and 703 illiterate residents. Additionally, 246 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 19 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Watwate are given below:
| 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 gram panchayat of Watwate?
Watwate is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Watwate?
The pincode of Watwate is 413253.
What is the population of Watwate?
Watwate has a total population of 1,500, including 746 males and 754 females.
How many households are there in Watwate?
There are 269 households in Watwate.
What is the literacy rate in Watwate?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Watwate is 53.13%. Male literacy is 62.06% and female literacy is 44.30%.