Tolnur - Akkalkot, Solapur
Tolnur is a village situated in the Akkalkot tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Akkalkot and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Telnur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tolnur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tolnur is 562903. The village covers a total geographical area of 2429.62 hectares and falls under the 413227 pincode. Akkalkot is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Tolnur 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 Tolnur
As per Census 2011, Tolnur village has a total population of 4,415 people, consisting of 2,312 males and 2,103 females. The village has 812 households and a sex ratio of 909 females per 1,000 males. There are 588 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,598 literate and 1,817 illiterate residents. Additionally, 568 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 159 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tolnur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,415 | 2,312 | 2,103 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 588 | 311 | 277 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 568 | 297 | 271 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 159 | 85 | 74 |
| Literate Population | 2,598 | 1,590 | 1,008 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,817 | 722 | 1,095 |
Nearby Villages of Tolnur
Tolnur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Marathwadi | North-West | 3.86 km |
| Kalappawadi | North-East | 4.31 km |
| Nagansur | West | 4.71 km |
| Udagi | North | 5.43 km |
| Sevanagar | East | 5.65 km |
| Boroti Bk | East | 5.88 km |
| Guravwadi | North-West | 6.04 km |
| Mashal | South-East | 6.40 km |
| Satan Dudhani | North-East | 7.07 km |
| Haidre | South-West | 7.29 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tolnur
Public transport in the Tolnur is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Boroti, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Akkalkot to Tolnur is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Tolnur is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tolnur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tolnur 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 Tolnur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tolnur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Tolnur
Where is Tolnur located?
Tolnur village is located in Akkalkot Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tolnur?
The Gram Panchayat of Tolnur is Telnur.
What is the pincode of Tolnur?
The pincode of Tolnur is 413227.
What is the population of Tolnur?
Tolnur has a total population of 4,415, including 2,312 males and 2,103 females.
How many households are there in Tolnur?
There are 812 households in Tolnur.
What is the literacy rate in Tolnur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tolnur is 58.84%. Male literacy is 68.77% and female literacy is 47.93%.