Ishwar Wathar - Pandharpur, Solapur
Ishwar Wathar is a village situated in the Pandharpur tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pandharpur and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Ihwar Wathar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ishwar Wathar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ishwar Wathar is 562364. The village covers a total geographical area of 776 hectares and falls under the 413304 pincode. Pandharpur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Ishwar Wathar 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 Ishwar Wathar
As per Census 2011, Ishwar Wathar village has a total population of 1,483 people, consisting of 782 males and 701 females. The village has 270 households and a sex ratio of 896 females per 1,000 males. There are 213 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 979 literate and 504 illiterate residents. Additionally, 272 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ishwar Wathar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,483 | 782 | 701 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 213 | 121 | 92 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 272 | 143 | 129 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 979 | 577 | 402 |
| Illiterate Population | 504 | 205 | 299 |
Nearby Villages of Ishwar Wathar
Ishwar Wathar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Narayan Chincholi | North-West | 2.21 km |
| Suste | South-East | 2.40 km |
| Ajansond | South | 3.22 km |
| Tungat | North-East | 4.31 km |
| Degaon | West | 4.58 km |
| Chale | South | 5.60 km |
| Mundhewadi | South-West | 5.60 km |
| Magarwadi | East | 5.71 km |
| Babhulgaon | North-West | 5.96 km |
| Tarapur | East | 6.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ishwar Wathar
Ishwar Wathar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Babhulgoan, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.8 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 Pandharpur to Ishwar Wathar is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Ishwar Wathar is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ishwar Wathar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ishwar Wathar 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ishwar Wathar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ishwar Wathar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ishwar Wathar
Where is Ishwar Wathar located?
Ishwar Wathar village is located in Pandharpur Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ishwar Wathar?
The Gram Panchayat of Ishwar Wathar is Ihwar Wathar.
What is the pincode of Ishwar Wathar?
The pincode of Ishwar Wathar is 413304.
What is the population of Ishwar Wathar?
Ishwar Wathar has a total population of 1,483, including 782 males and 701 females.
How many households are there in Ishwar Wathar?
There are 270 households in Ishwar Wathar.
What is the literacy rate in Ishwar Wathar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ishwar Wathar is 66.01%. Male literacy is 73.79% and female literacy is 57.35%.