Somewadi - Sangole, Solapur
Somewadi is a village situated in the Sangole tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sangole and around 125 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Somewadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Somewadi is 562573. The village covers a total geographical area of 961 hectares and falls under the 413314 pincode. Sangole is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Somewadi 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 Somewadi
According to the 2011 Census, Somewadi village had a total population of 1,111 people, including 582 males and 529 females, living in 207 households. The sex ratio was 909 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.85%, with male literacy at 82.94% and female literacy at 57.82%.
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 | 1,111 | 582 | 529 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 140 | 78 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 688 | 418 | 270 |
| Illiterate Population | 423 | 164 | 259 |
Nearby Villages of Somewadi
Somewadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bandgarwadi | North | 2.85 km |
| Buddhehal | South-East | 3.52 km |
| Chopadi | North-East | 3.73 km |
| Shetphale | West | 4.03 km |
| Goudwadi | South | 4.24 km |
| Lengrewadi | North-West | 5.50 km |
| Pachegaon Kh. | East | 5.95 km |
| Madgule | North | 6.53 km |
| Patrewadi | South-West | 6.74 km |
| Zapachiwadi | East | 6.80 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Somewadi
Somewadi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Masoba Dongargaon, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur 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 Somewadi is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Somewadi is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Somewadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Somewadi 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Somewadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Somewadi 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 Somewadi
Where is Somewadi located?
Somewadi village is located in Sangole Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Somewadi?
Somewadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Somewadi?
The pincode of Somewadi is 413314.
What is the population of Somewadi?
Somewadi had a total population of 1,111, including 582 males and 529 females.
How many households are there in Somewadi?
Somewadi had 207 households.
What is the literacy rate in Somewadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Somewadi was 70.85%. Male literacy was 82.94% and female literacy was 57.82%.