Konhali - Akkalkot, Solapur
Konhali is a village situated in the Akkalkot tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Akkalkot and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Konhali village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Konhali is 562832. The village covers a total geographical area of 1590 hectares and falls under the 413228 pincode. Akkalkot is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Konhali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Akkalkot Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Solapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Konhali
According to the 2011 Census, Konhali village had a total population of 2,022 people, including 1,098 males and 924 females, living in 372 households. The sex ratio was 842 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.16%, with male literacy at 85.44% and female literacy at 60.73%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 683, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 62.
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 | 2,022 | 1,098 | 924 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 215 | 116 | 99 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 683 | 367 | 316 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 62 | 34 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 1,340 | 839 | 501 |
| Illiterate Population | 682 | 259 | 423 |
Nearby Villages of Konhali
Konhali 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Karjal | North-West | 2.43 km |
| Byagehalli | South | 2.93 km |
| Dahitanewadi | North-East | 3.48 km |
| Halchincholi | West | 3.80 km |
| Hasapur | East | 4.37 km |
| Hanjagi | South-West | 5.23 km |
| Chapalgaonwadi | North | 5.34 km |
| Valsang | North-West | 6.10 km |
| Dodyal | South | 6.35 km |
| Dahitane | North-East | 6.68 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Konhali
Konhali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Tilati, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 18.4 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 Akkalkot to Konhali is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Konhali is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Konhali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Konhali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Konhali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Konhali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Konhali
Where is Konhali located?
Konhali village is located in Akkalkot Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Konhali?
Konhali is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Konhali?
The pincode of Konhali is 413228.
What is the population of Konhali?
Konhali had a total population of 2,022, including 1,098 males and 924 females.
How many households are there in Konhali?
Konhali had 372 households.
What is the literacy rate in Konhali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Konhali was 74.16%. Male literacy was 85.44% and female literacy was 60.73%.