Chumb - Barshi, Solapur
Chumb is a village situated in the Barshi tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 70 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barshi and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Chumb village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chumb is 562013. The village covers a total geographical area of 958.52 hectares and falls under the 413409 pincode. Bhum is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Chumb 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 Chumb
As per Census 2011, Chumb village has a total population of 1,429 people, consisting of 721 males and 708 females. The village has 305 households and a sex ratio of 981 females per 1,000 males. There are 154 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 906 literate and 523 illiterate residents. Additionally, 97 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chumb are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,429 | 721 | 708 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 154 | 78 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 97 | 44 | 53 |
| Literate Population | 906 | 528 | 378 |
| Illiterate Population | 523 | 193 | 330 |
Nearby Villages of Chumb
Chumb 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dhamangaon (a) | South-East | 2.87 km |
| Koregaon | North-West | 3.15 km |
| Kalambawadi (a) | South | 3.21 km |
| Bhansale | South-West | 3.60 km |
| Khadkoni | West | 3.83 km |
| Masobachiwadi | East | 5.08 km |
| Kadaknathwadi | North-East | 5.15 km |
| Wadji | North-East | 5.25 km |
| Dindori | North | 5.97 km |
| Nandgaon | North | 6.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chumb
Chumb 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 68.1 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 Bhum to Chumb is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Chumb is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chumb
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chumb 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 Chumb
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chumb 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 Chumb
Where is Chumb located?
Chumb village is located in Barshi Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chumb?
Chumb is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chumb?
The pincode of Chumb is 413409.
What is the population of Chumb?
Chumb has a total population of 1,429, including 721 males and 708 females.
How many households are there in Chumb?
There are 305 households in Chumb.
What is the literacy rate in Chumb?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chumb is 63.40%. Male literacy is 73.23% and female literacy is 53.39%.