Watambare - Sangole, Solapur
Watambare is a village situated in the Sangole tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sangole and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Watambare village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Watambare is 562565. The village covers a total geographical area of 1603.86 hectares and falls under the 413307 pincode. Sangole is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Watambare 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 Watambare
As per Census 2011, Watambare village has a total population of 4,785 people, consisting of 2,451 males and 2,334 females. The village has 975 households and a sex ratio of 952 females per 1,000 males. There are 603 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,050 literate and 1,735 illiterate residents. Additionally, 711 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 58 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Watambare are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,785 | 2,451 | 2,334 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 603 | 320 | 283 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 711 | 356 | 355 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 58 | 30 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 3,050 | 1,778 | 1,272 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,735 | 673 | 1,062 |
Nearby Villages of Watambare
Watambare 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Akola | East | 3.89 km |
| Ankadhal | West | 4.15 km |
| Nijampur | South-East | 4.18 km |
| Chinake | North-West | 4.51 km |
| Yelmar Mangewadi | North | 5.88 km |
| Rajuri | South-West | 5.97 km |
| Kamalapur | North-East | 6.09 km |
| Godasewadi | North-East | 6.46 km |
| Karandewadi | South-West | 7.33 km |
| Saragarwadi | West | 7.46 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Watambare
Watambare 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 70.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sangole to Watambare is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Watambare 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 Watambare
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Watambare village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Watambare
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Watambare 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 Watambare
Where is Watambare located?
Watambare village is located in Sangole Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Watambare?
Watambare is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Watambare?
The pincode of Watambare is 413307.
What is the population of Watambare?
Watambare has a total population of 4,785, including 2,451 males and 2,334 females.
How many households are there in Watambare?
There are 975 households in Watambare.
What is the literacy rate in Watambare?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Watambare is 63.74%. Male literacy is 72.54% and female literacy is 54.50%.