Burli - Palus, Sangli
Burli is a village situated in the Palus tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Palus and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Burli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Burli is 568420. The village covers a total geographical area of 1489 hectares and falls under the 416308 pincode. Uran Islampur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Burli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Palus-kadegaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sangli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Burli
As per Census 2011, Burli village has a total population of 5,850 people, consisting of 3,060 males and 2,790 females. The village has 1,266 households and a sex ratio of 911 females per 1,000 males. There are 577 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,564 literate and 1,286 illiterate residents. Additionally, 586 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 13 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Burli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,850 | 3,060 | 2,790 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 577 | 302 | 275 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 586 | 301 | 285 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 8 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 4,564 | 2,509 | 2,055 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,286 | 551 | 735 |
Nearby Villages of Burli
Burli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nagarale | West | 2.37 km |
| Savantpur | North-East | 3.00 km |
| Radewadi | South-East | 3.77 km |
| Punadi Tarf Walava | West | 4.12 km |
| Dudhondi | North-West | 4.37 km |
| Pundiwadi | West | 4.56 km |
| Amanapur | East | 4.56 km |
| Nagthane | South | 4.61 km |
| Shirgaon | South-West | 4.64 km |
| Palus | North-East | 5.46 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Burli
Burli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kirloskarvadi, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.7 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Uran Islampur to Burli is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Burli is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Burli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Burli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Burli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Burli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Burli
Where is Burli located?
Burli village is located in Palus Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Burli?
Burli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Burli?
The pincode of Burli is 416308.
What is the population of Burli?
Burli has a total population of 5,850, including 3,060 males and 2,790 females.
How many households are there in Burli?
There are 1,266 households in Burli.
What is the literacy rate in Burli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Burli is 78.02%. Male literacy is 81.99% and female literacy is 73.66%.