Gormale - Barshi, Solapur
Gormale is a village situated in the Barshi tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barshi and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Gormale village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gormale is 562055. The village covers a total geographical area of 1642 hectares and falls under the 413404 pincode. Barshi is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Gormale 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 Gormale
As per Census 2011, Gormale village has a total population of 1,928 people, consisting of 1,008 males and 920 females. The village has 371 households and a sex ratio of 912 females per 1,000 males. There are 236 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,230 literate and 698 illiterate residents. Additionally, 172 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 41 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gormale are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,928 | 1,008 | 920 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 236 | 131 | 105 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 172 | 95 | 77 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 41 | 20 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 1,230 | 722 | 508 |
| Illiterate Population | 698 | 286 | 412 |
Nearby Villages of Gormale
Gormale 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mamdapur | North-West | 3.16 km |
| Yelamb | West | 3.98 km |
| Jahanpur | North | 4.19 km |
| Nari (bhandewadi) | South | 4.53 km |
| Kari | East | 4.86 km |
| Chikharde | South-West | 4.99 km |
| Khamgaon | West | 6.85 km |
| Pangri | North | 7.03 km |
| Ghari | North-West | 7.10 km |
| Nariwadi | South-East | 7.54 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gormale
Gormale is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Pangri, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.7 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 Gormale is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Gormale 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 Gormale
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gormale 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gormale
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gormale 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 Gormale
Where is Gormale located?
Gormale village is located in Barshi Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gormale?
Gormale is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gormale?
The pincode of Gormale is 413404.
What is the population of Gormale?
Gormale has a total population of 1,928, including 1,008 males and 920 females.
How many households are there in Gormale?
There are 371 households in Gormale.
What is the literacy rate in Gormale?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gormale is 63.80%. Male literacy is 71.63% and female literacy is 55.22%.