Lotewadi - Sangole, Solapur
Lotewadi is a village situated in the Sangole tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sangole and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Lotewadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lotewadi is 562527. The village covers a total geographical area of 1317.92 hectares and falls under the 413306 pincode. Sangole is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
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 Lotewadi
As per Census 2011, Lotewadi village has a total population of 2,363 people, consisting of 1,236 males and 1,127 females. The village has 473 households and a sex ratio of 911 females per 1,000 males. There are 268 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,496 literate and 867 illiterate residents. Additionally, 539 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lotewadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,363 | 1,236 | 1,127 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 268 | 153 | 115 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 539 | 276 | 263 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,496 | 862 | 634 |
| Illiterate Population | 867 | 374 | 493 |
Nearby Villages of Lotewadi
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pimpri Kh | South | 2.91 km |
| Juni Lotewadi | South-West | 3.57 km |
| Khavaspur | West | 3.98 km |
| Ambewadi | South | 4.86 km |
| Achakadani | North-East | 5.83 km |
| Umbargaon | North-West | 6.07 km |
| Kauthuli | South-West | 6.08 km |
| Vitthlapur | West | 6.89 km |
| Deshmukhwadi | South | 6.98 km |
| Katfal | North | 7.49 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lotewadi
Lotewadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Wasud, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 77.2 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 Lotewadi is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Lotewadi is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lotewadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lotewadi 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 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 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Lotewadi
Where is Lotewadi located?
Lotewadi village is located in Sangole Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lotewadi?
Lotewadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lotewadi?
The pincode of Lotewadi is 413306.
What is the population of Lotewadi?
Lotewadi has a total population of 2,363, including 1,236 males and 1,127 females.
How many households are there in Lotewadi?
There are 473 households in Lotewadi.
What is the literacy rate in Lotewadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lotewadi is 63.31%. Male literacy is 69.74% and female literacy is 56.26%.