Ozewadi - Pandharpur, Solapur
Ozewadi 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 45 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Ozewadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ozewadi is 562395. The village covers a total geographical area of 653 hectares and falls under the 413304 pincode. Pandharpur is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Ozewadi 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 Ozewadi
As per Census 2011, Ozewadi village has a total population of 3,080 people, consisting of 1,634 males and 1,446 females. The village has 726 households and a sex ratio of 884 females per 1,000 males. There are 391 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,183 literate and 897 illiterate residents. Additionally, 298 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ozewadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,080 | 1,634 | 1,446 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 391 | 231 | 160 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 298 | 163 | 135 |
| Literate Population | 2,183 | 1,260 | 923 |
| Illiterate Population | 897 | 374 | 523 |
Nearby Villages of Ozewadi
Ozewadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nepatgaon | West | 1.93 km |
| Mudhavi | South-East | 3.39 km |
| Dharamgaon | South | 3.47 km |
| Sarkoli | North-East | 3.97 km |
| Uchethan | East | 4.49 km |
| Ambe | North-West | 4.58 km |
| Shirgaon | West | 5.38 km |
| Dhavalas | South-West | 5.52 km |
| Pohargaon | North | 5.65 km |
| Ambechincholi | East | 6.40 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ozewadi
Ozewadi 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 36.6 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pandharpur to Ozewadi is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Ozewadi is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ozewadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ozewadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ozewadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ozewadi 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 Ozewadi
Where is Ozewadi located?
Ozewadi village is located in Pandharpur Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ozewadi?
Ozewadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ozewadi?
The pincode of Ozewadi is 413304.
What is the population of Ozewadi?
Ozewadi has a total population of 3,080, including 1,634 males and 1,446 females.
How many households are there in Ozewadi?
There are 726 households in Ozewadi.
What is the literacy rate in Ozewadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ozewadi is 70.88%. Male literacy is 77.11% and female literacy is 63.83%.