Bhalgaon - Barshi, Solapur
Bhalgaon is a village situated in the Barshi tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barshi and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Bhalgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhalgaon is 562140. The village covers a total geographical area of 1583 hectares and falls under the 413406 pincode. Tuljapur is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Bhalgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Barshi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Osmanabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhalgaon
As per Census 2011, Bhalgaon village has a total population of 2,224 people, consisting of 1,136 males and 1,088 females. The village has 493 households and a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males. There are 266 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,515 literate and 709 illiterate residents. Additionally, 169 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhalgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,224 | 1,136 | 1,088 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 266 | 138 | 128 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 169 | 92 | 77 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,515 | 856 | 659 |
| Illiterate Population | 709 | 280 | 429 |
Nearby Villages of Bhalgaon
Bhalgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Raulgaon | East | 3.18 km |
| Ambegaon | West | 3.28 km |
| Bhandegaon | South-West | 3.36 km |
| Mirzanpur | South-East | 3.41 km |
| Rui | North-West | 4.12 km |
| Gaudgaon | North-East | 4.48 km |
| Ambabaiwadi | West | 4.84 km |
| Kasari | South | 5.22 km |
| Sangamner | East | 5.28 km |
| Aljapur | South-East | 5.36 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bhalgaon
Bhalgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Usmanabad, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.2 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 Tuljapur to Bhalgaon is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Bhalgaon is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhalgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhalgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bhalgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhalgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bhalgaon
Where is Bhalgaon located?
Bhalgaon village is located in Barshi Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhalgaon?
Bhalgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bhalgaon?
The pincode of Bhalgaon is 413406.
What is the population of Bhalgaon?
Bhalgaon has a total population of 2,224, including 1,136 males and 1,088 females.
How many households are there in Bhalgaon?
There are 493 households in Bhalgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Bhalgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhalgaon is 68.12%. Male literacy is 75.35% and female literacy is 60.57%.