Hotgi - Solapur South, Solapur
Hotgi is a village situated in the Solapur South tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 12 km from Solapur, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Hotgi village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hotgi is 562733. The village covers a total geographical area of 3221 hectares and falls under the 413215 pincode. Solapur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Hotgi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Solapur South Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Solapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hotgi
According to the 2011 Census, Hotgi village had a total population of 6,539 people, including 3,375 males and 3,164 females, living in 1,207 households. The sex ratio was 937 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.00%, with male literacy at 86.53% and female literacy at 66.70%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 591, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 687.
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 | 6,539 | 3,375 | 3,164 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 792 | 391 | 401 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 591 | 323 | 268 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 687 | 358 | 329 |
| Literate Population | 4,425 | 2,582 | 1,843 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,114 | 793 | 1,321 |
Nearby Villages of Hotgi
Hotgi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Yetnal | East | 3.07 km |
| Phatatewadi | South | 3.19 km |
| Savatkhed | South-West | 3.93 km |
| Hotgi Station | South-East | 4.87 km |
| Gurdehalli | East | 5.18 km |
| Kumbhari | North | 5.48 km |
| Togarali | East | 6.08 km |
| Madre | South-West | 6.13 km |
| Hanamgaon | East | 6.24 km |
| Hipale | South-East | 6.83 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Hotgi
Hotgi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Hotgi, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 4.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Solapur to Hotgi is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hotgi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hotgi 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 Hotgi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hotgi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Hotgi
Where is Hotgi located?
Hotgi village is located in Solapur South Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Hotgi?
Hotgi is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Hotgi?
The pincode of Hotgi is 413215.
What is the population of Hotgi?
Hotgi had a total population of 6,539, including 3,375 males and 3,164 females.
How many households are there in Hotgi?
Hotgi had 1,207 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hotgi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hotgi was 77.00%. Male literacy was 86.53% and female literacy was 66.70%.