Chare - Barshi, Solapur
Chare is a village situated in the Barshi tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barshi and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Chare village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chare is 562032. The village covers a total geographical area of 1258 hectares and falls under the 413409 pincode. Barshi is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Chare 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 Chare
According to the 2011 Census, Chare village had a total population of 1,878 people, including 995 males and 883 females, living in 424 households. The sex ratio was 887 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.61%, with male literacy at 89.13% and female literacy at 69.29%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 272, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
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 | 1,878 | 995 | 883 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 181 | 112 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 272 | 135 | 137 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,351 | 787 | 564 |
| Illiterate Population | 527 | 208 | 319 |
Nearby Villages of Chare
Chare 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Walwad | North-East | 2.11 km |
| Borgaon [kh] | South-West | 3.40 km |
| Dhamangaon (a) | North-West | 3.58 km |
| Bangarwadi | North-East | 4.33 km |
| Masobachiwadi | North | 4.33 km |
| Pathari | South | 4.73 km |
| Kalambawadi (a) | West | 4.96 km |
| Chumb | North-West | 6.40 km |
| Babhulgaon | South-West | 6.63 km |
| Kadaknathwadi | North | 6.80 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chare
Chare is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kuslamb, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 64.1 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barshi to Chare is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Chare is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chare
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chare village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chare
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chare 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Chare
Where is Chare located?
Chare village is located in Barshi Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Chare?
Chare is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chare?
The pincode of Chare is 413409.
What is the population of Chare?
Chare had a total population of 1,878, including 995 males and 883 females.
How many households are there in Chare?
Chare had 424 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chare?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chare was 79.61%. Male literacy was 89.13% and female literacy was 69.29%.