Jainwadi - Pandharpur, Solapur
Jainwadi is a village situated in the Pandharpur tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pandharpur and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Jainwadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jainwadi is 562336. The village covers a total geographical area of 991.15 hectares and falls under the 413310 pincode. Pandharpur is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Jainwadi 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 Jainwadi
As per Census 2011, Jainwadi village has a total population of 2,265 people, consisting of 1,198 males and 1,067 females. The village has 500 households and a sex ratio of 890 females per 1,000 males. There are 261 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,643 literate and 622 illiterate residents. Additionally, 126 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 14 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jainwadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,265 | 1,198 | 1,067 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 261 | 145 | 116 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 126 | 69 | 57 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 1,643 | 950 | 693 |
| Illiterate Population | 622 | 248 | 374 |
Nearby Villages of Jainwadi
Jainwadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dhondewadi | North | 3.74 km |
| Supli | East | 3.75 km |
| Gardi | South | 3.79 km |
| Bhalawani | North-West | 4.10 km |
| Mahim | South-West | 5.33 km |
| Palshi | South-East | 5.41 km |
| Lonarwadi | South-East | 5.46 km |
| Keskarwadi | North | 6.48 km |
| Upari | East | 7.14 km |
| Shendgewadi | North-West | 7.32 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jainwadi
Jainwadi 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 Bohali, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 64.3 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 Pandharpur to Jainwadi is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Jainwadi is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jainwadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jainwadi 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 Jainwadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jainwadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jainwadi
Where is Jainwadi located?
Jainwadi village is located in Pandharpur Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jainwadi?
Jainwadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jainwadi?
The pincode of Jainwadi is 413310.
What is the population of Jainwadi?
Jainwadi has a total population of 2,265, including 1,198 males and 1,067 females.
How many households are there in Jainwadi?
There are 500 households in Jainwadi.
What is the literacy rate in Jainwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jainwadi is 72.54%. Male literacy is 79.30% and female literacy is 64.95%.