Siddhewadi - Pandharpur, Solapur
Siddhewadi is a village situated in the Pandharpur tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pandharpur and around 83 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Siddhewadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Siddhewadi is 562372. The village covers a total geographical area of 820 hectares and falls under the 413304 pincode. Pandharpur is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Siddhewadi 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 Siddhewadi
As per Census 2011, Siddhewadi village has a total population of 2,334 people, consisting of 1,206 males and 1,128 females. The village has 442 households and a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males. There are 318 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,512 literate and 822 illiterate residents. Additionally, 179 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 20 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Siddhewadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,334 | 1,206 | 1,128 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 318 | 162 | 156 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 179 | 97 | 82 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 20 | 7 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 1,512 | 869 | 643 |
| Illiterate Population | 822 | 337 | 485 |
Nearby Villages of Siddhewadi
Siddhewadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mallewadi | South-East | 1.69 km |
| Chinchumbe | West | 2.18 km |
| Eklaspur | North-West | 2.84 km |
| Dhavalas | East | 2.91 km |
| Shirgaon | North | 2.98 km |
| Gharniki | South | 3.57 km |
| Degaon | South | 3.74 km |
| Dharamgaon | East | 4.78 km |
| Tavashi | West | 5.39 km |
| Nepatgaon | North-East | 5.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Siddhewadi
Siddhewadi 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 41.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pandharpur to Siddhewadi is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Siddhewadi is about 83 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Siddhewadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Siddhewadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Siddhewadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Siddhewadi 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Siddhewadi
Where is Siddhewadi located?
Siddhewadi village is located in Pandharpur Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Siddhewadi?
Siddhewadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Siddhewadi?
The pincode of Siddhewadi is 413304.
What is the population of Siddhewadi?
Siddhewadi has a total population of 2,334, including 1,206 males and 1,128 females.
How many households are there in Siddhewadi?
There are 442 households in Siddhewadi.
What is the literacy rate in Siddhewadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Siddhewadi is 64.78%. Male literacy is 72.06% and female literacy is 57.00%.