Tirpan - Panhala, Kolhapur
Tirpan is a village situated in the Panhala tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Panhala and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Tirpan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tirpan is 567187. The village covers a total geographical area of 338.73 hectares and falls under the 416230 pincode. Kolhapur is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Tirpan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahuwadi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hatkanangle Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tirpan
As per Census 2011, Tirpan village has a total population of 2,531 people, consisting of 1,305 males and 1,226 females. The village has 512 households and a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males. There are 271 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,864 literate and 667 illiterate residents. Additionally, 459 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tirpan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,531 | 1,305 | 1,226 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 271 | 153 | 118 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 459 | 237 | 222 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,864 | 1,054 | 810 |
| Illiterate Population | 667 | 251 | 416 |
Nearby Villages of Tirpan
Tirpan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Digavade | East | 1.30 km |
| Punal | South | 2.22 km |
| Majnal | South-West | 2.25 km |
| Kololi | North-West | 2.34 km |
| K.thane | East | 2.35 km |
| Pushire T.borgaon | South-East | 2.47 km |
| Mhalunge Tarf Borgaon | South-East | 2.70 km |
| Mahadikwadi | East | 2.79 km |
| Alave | North-East | 2.83 km |
| Manewadi | North | 3.07 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tirpan
Tirpan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is C Shahu M Raj Kolhapur Term, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 20.4 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 Kolhapur to Tirpan is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tirpan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tirpan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Tirpan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tirpan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Tirpan
Where is Tirpan located?
Tirpan village is located in Panhala Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tirpan?
Tirpan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tirpan?
The pincode of Tirpan is 416230.
What is the population of Tirpan?
Tirpan has a total population of 2,531, including 1,305 males and 1,226 females.
How many households are there in Tirpan?
There are 512 households in Tirpan.
What is the literacy rate in Tirpan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tirpan is 73.65%. Male literacy is 80.77% and female literacy is 66.07%.