Gharniki - Atpadi, Sangli
Gharniki is a village situated in the Atpadi tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Atpadi and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Ghirniki serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gharniki village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gharniki is 568605. The village covers a total geographical area of 2269.41 hectares and falls under the 415308 pincode. Vita is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Gharniki village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khanapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sangli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gharniki
As per Census 2011, Gharniki village has a total population of 3,269 people, consisting of 1,641 males and 1,628 females. The village has 641 households and a sex ratio of 992 females per 1,000 males. There are 364 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,049 literate and 1,220 illiterate residents. Additionally, 391 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gharniki are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,269 | 1,641 | 1,628 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 364 | 191 | 173 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 391 | 191 | 200 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 2,049 | 1,153 | 896 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,220 | 488 | 732 |
Nearby Villages of Gharniki
Gharniki 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Walwan | South | 3.39 km |
| Pimpari Bk. | North-West | 3.47 km |
| Ghanand | East | 5.33 km |
| Chinchale | South-East | 5.60 km |
| Parekarwadi | North-East | 5.62 km |
| Taraswadi | North-West | 6.70 km |
| Bhood | South-West | 6.89 km |
| Kurundwadi | North | 7.04 km |
| Jambhulani | East | 7.18 km |
| Garalewadi | West | 7.30 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gharniki
Gharniki is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dhalgaon, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 71.8 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 Vita to Gharniki is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Gharniki is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gharniki
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gharniki village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gharniki
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gharniki 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 Gharniki
Where is Gharniki located?
Gharniki village is located in Atpadi Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gharniki?
The Gram Panchayat of Gharniki is Ghirniki.
What is the pincode of Gharniki?
The pincode of Gharniki is 415308.
What is the population of Gharniki?
Gharniki has a total population of 3,269, including 1,641 males and 1,628 females.
How many households are there in Gharniki?
There are 641 households in Gharniki.
What is the literacy rate in Gharniki?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gharniki is 62.68%. Male literacy is 70.26% and female literacy is 55.04%.