Vazare - Sangole, Solapur
Vazare is a village situated in the Sangole tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sangole and around 97 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Vazare village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vazare is 562561. The village covers a total geographical area of 1285 hectares and falls under the 413308 pincode. Sangole is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Vazare 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 Vazare
As per Census 2011, Vazare village has a total population of 1,615 people, consisting of 826 males and 789 females. The village has 345 households and a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males. There are 231 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 982 literate and 633 illiterate residents. Additionally, 194 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 26 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vazare are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,615 | 826 | 789 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 231 | 125 | 106 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 194 | 90 | 104 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 26 | 16 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 982 | 570 | 412 |
| Illiterate Population | 633 | 256 | 377 |
Nearby Villages of Vazare
Vazare 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Balvadi | West | 3.40 km |
| Chinake | East | 3.77 km |
| Nazare | South-West | 4.24 km |
| Bombewadi | North-West | 4.62 km |
| Ligadewadi | North | 4.78 km |
| Saragarwadi | South | 5.01 km |
| Ajanale | North-East | 5.16 km |
| Ankadhal | South-East | 5.20 km |
| Khanjodwadi | West | 5.93 km |
| Ambewadi | North-West | 7.09 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Vazare
Vazare 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 75.6 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 Vazare is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Vazare is about 97 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vazare
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vazare village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Vazare
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vazare 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Vazare
Where is Vazare located?
Vazare village is located in Sangole Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vazare?
Vazare is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vazare?
The pincode of Vazare is 413308.
What is the population of Vazare?
Vazare has a total population of 1,615, including 826 males and 789 females.
How many households are there in Vazare?
There are 345 households in Vazare.
What is the literacy rate in Vazare?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vazare is 60.80%. Male literacy is 69.01% and female literacy is 52.22%.