Piral - Radhanagari, Kolhapur
Piral is a village situated in the Radhanagari tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Radhanagari and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Piral village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piral is 567627. The village covers a total geographical area of 755 hectares and falls under the 416211 pincode. Kolhapur is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Piral village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Radhanagari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kolhapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Piral
According to the 2011 Census, Piral village had a total population of 2,690 people, including 1,393 males and 1,297 females, living in 565 households. The sex ratio was 931 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.64%, with male literacy at 90.18% and female literacy at 66.24%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 123.
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 | 2,690 | 1,393 | 1,297 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 274 | 141 | 133 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 123 | 58 | 65 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,900 | 1,129 | 771 |
| Illiterate Population | 790 | 264 | 526 |
Nearby Villages of Piral
Piral 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kukudwadi | North | 1.77 km |
| Savardhan | South-West | 2.17 km |
| Kasaba Tarale | North-East | 2.34 km |
| Sonyachi Shiroli | South-East | 2.63 km |
| Kumbharwadi | North | 2.74 km |
| Tarale Kh. | North | 3.42 km |
| Radhanagari | South | 3.72 km |
| Durgmanwadi | North-West | 3.99 km |
| Kudutri | East | 4.00 km |
| Gudalwadi | East | 4.11 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Piral
Public transport in the Piral is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Nandgaon Road, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 29.9 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 Kolhapur to Piral is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Piral
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Piral village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Piral
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Piral 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 Piral
Where is Piral located?
Piral village is located in Radhanagari Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Piral?
Piral is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Piral?
The pincode of Piral is 416211.
What is the population of Piral?
Piral had a total population of 2,690, including 1,393 males and 1,297 females.
How many households are there in Piral?
Piral had 565 households.
What is the literacy rate in Piral?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piral was 78.64%. Male literacy was 90.18% and female literacy was 66.24%.