Gadegaon - Pandharpur, Solapur
Gadegaon is a village situated in the Pandharpur tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pandharpur and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Gadegaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gadegaon is 562351. The village covers a total geographical area of 1759 hectares and falls under the 413304 pincode. Pandharpur is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Gadegaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pandharpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Solapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gadegaon
As per Census 2011, Gadegaon village has a total population of 6,465 people, consisting of 3,326 males and 3,139 females. The village has 1,393 households and a sex ratio of 943 females per 1,000 males. There are 816 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,278 literate and 2,187 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,481 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 130 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gadegaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,465 | 3,326 | 3,139 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 816 | 431 | 385 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,481 | 764 | 717 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 130 | 71 | 59 |
| Literate Population | 4,278 | 2,469 | 1,809 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,187 | 857 | 1,330 |
Nearby Villages of Gadegaon
Gadegaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Korty | South-East | 3.43 km |
| Upari | North-West | 3.55 km |
| Tisangi | South-West | 4.69 km |
| Wakhari | North-East | 4.81 km |
| Palshi | West | 5.29 km |
| Bohali | South | 5.83 km |
| Bhandi Shegaon | North-West | 6.53 km |
| Supli | North-West | 6.89 km |
| Takli | East | 7.08 km |
| Umbargaon | South | 7.74 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gadegaon
Gadegaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Pandharpur, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Pandharpur to Gadegaon is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Gadegaon is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gadegaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gadegaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gadegaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gadegaon 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gadegaon
Where is Gadegaon located?
Gadegaon village is located in Pandharpur Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gadegaon?
Gadegaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gadegaon?
The pincode of Gadegaon is 413304.
What is the population of Gadegaon?
Gadegaon has a total population of 6,465, including 3,326 males and 3,139 females.
How many households are there in Gadegaon?
There are 1,393 households in Gadegaon.
What is the literacy rate in Gadegaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gadegaon is 66.17%. Male literacy is 74.23% and female literacy is 57.63%.