Dhorale - Barshi, Solapur
Dhorale is a village situated in the Barshi tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barshi and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Dhorale village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhorale is 562106. The village covers a total geographical area of 866.26 hectares and falls under the 413412 pincode. Barshi is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Dhorale 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 Dhorale
As per Census 2011, Dhorale village has a total population of 1,374 people, consisting of 701 males and 673 females. The village has 300 households and a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males. There are 146 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 891 literate and 483 illiterate residents. Additionally, 296 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 32 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhorale are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,374 | 701 | 673 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 146 | 78 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 296 | 158 | 138 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 32 | 15 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 891 | 512 | 379 |
| Illiterate Population | 483 | 189 | 294 |
Nearby Villages of Dhorale
Dhorale 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Irlewadi | North-East | 2.46 km |
| Irle | North-West | 3.06 km |
| Dahitane | South | 3.10 km |
| Tadwale (ma) | South-West | 3.30 km |
| Yawali | West | 4.81 km |
| Sasure | South-East | 4.87 km |
| Kalegaon | North | 5.36 km |
| Manegaon | North-East | 5.50 km |
| Undegaon | North | 5.70 km |
| Vairag | East | 6.06 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dhorale
Dhorale is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Angar, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.0 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 Barshi to Dhorale is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Dhorale is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhorale
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhorale village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dhorale
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhorale village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dhorale
Where is Dhorale located?
Dhorale village is located in Barshi Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhorale?
Dhorale is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dhorale?
The pincode of Dhorale is 413412.
What is the population of Dhorale?
Dhorale has a total population of 1,374, including 701 males and 673 females.
How many households are there in Dhorale?
There are 300 households in Dhorale.
What is the literacy rate in Dhorale?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhorale is 64.85%. Male literacy is 73.04% and female literacy is 56.32%.