Juni Lotewadi - Sangole, Solapur
Juni Lotewadi is a village situated in the Sangole tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 36 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sangole and around 104 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Lotewadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Juni Lotewadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Juni Lotewadi is 562526. The village covers a total geographical area of 251 hectares and falls under the 413306 pincode. Sangole is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Juni Lotewadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sangole Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Juni Lotewadi
According to the 2011 Census, Juni Lotewadi village had a total population of 897 people, including 476 males and 421 females, living in 186 households. The sex ratio was 884 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.09%, with male literacy at 72.64% and female literacy at 48.30%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 82, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 15.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 897 | 476 | 421 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 52 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 82 | 41 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 9 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 493 | 308 | 185 |
| Illiterate Population | 404 | 168 | 236 |
Nearby Villages of Juni Lotewadi
Juni Lotewadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kauthuli | South-West | 2.64 km |
| Khavaspur | North | 3.54 km |
| Lotewadi | North-East | 3.57 km |
| Pimpri Kh | East | 3.65 km |
| Vitthlapur | West | 3.93 km |
| Sherewadi | West | 4.73 km |
| Deshmukhwadi | South | 4.87 km |
| Ambewadi | South-East | 5.17 km |
| Umbargaon | North | 6.51 km |
| Awalai | West | 6.74 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Juni Lotewadi
Juni Lotewadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Wasud, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 79.7 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 Sangole to Juni Lotewadi is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Juni Lotewadi is about 104 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Juni Lotewadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Juni Lotewadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Juni Lotewadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Juni Lotewadi 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 Juni Lotewadi
Where is Juni Lotewadi located?
Juni Lotewadi village is located in Sangole Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Juni Lotewadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Juni Lotewadi is Lotewadi.
What is the pincode of Juni Lotewadi?
The pincode of Juni Lotewadi is 413306.
What is the population of Juni Lotewadi?
Juni Lotewadi had a total population of 897, including 476 males and 421 females.
How many households are there in Juni Lotewadi?
Juni Lotewadi had 186 households.
What is the literacy rate in Juni Lotewadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Juni Lotewadi was 61.09%. Male literacy was 72.64% and female literacy was 48.30%.