Birnal - Jat, Sangli
Birnal is a village situated in the Jat tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jat and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Biranal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Birnal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Birnal is 568826. The village covers a total geographical area of 925 hectares and falls under the 416404 pincode. Sangli Miraj Kupwad is the nearest town, located about 85 km away.
Birnal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sangli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Birnal
As per Census 2011, Birnal village has a total population of 1,554 people, consisting of 820 males and 734 females. The village has 308 households and a sex ratio of 895 females per 1,000 males. There are 215 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 866 literate and 688 illiterate residents. Additionally, 143 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Birnal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,554 | 820 | 734 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 215 | 113 | 102 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 143 | 71 | 72 |
| Literate Population | 866 | 525 | 341 |
| Illiterate Population | 688 | 295 | 393 |
Nearby Villages of Birnal
Birnal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tippehalli | East | 3.15 km |
| Revnal | North-East | 3.72 km |
| Bagewadi | South-West | 4.08 km |
| Kumbhari | West | 4.13 km |
| Kanthi | South | 4.31 km |
| Kosari | North | 5.94 km |
| Washan | South | 7.13 km |
| Shegaon | North | 7.95 km |
| Pratapur | North-West | 8.05 km |
| Dhavadwadi | West | 8.23 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Birnal
Public transport in the Birnal is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Gulvanchi, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 79.0 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 Sangli Miraj Kupwad to Birnal is about 85 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Birnal is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Birnal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Birnal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Birnal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Birnal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Birnal
Where is Birnal located?
Birnal village is located in Jat Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Birnal?
The Gram Panchayat of Birnal is Biranal.
What is the pincode of Birnal?
The pincode of Birnal is 416404.
What is the population of Birnal?
Birnal has a total population of 1,554, including 820 males and 734 females.
How many households are there in Birnal?
There are 308 households in Birnal.
What is the literacy rate in Birnal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Birnal is 55.73%. Male literacy is 64.02% and female literacy is 46.46%.