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 Village 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
According to the 2011 Census, Gormale village had a total population of 1,928 people, including 1,008 males and 920 females, living in 371 households. The sex ratio was 913 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.70%, with male literacy at 82.33% and female literacy at 62.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 172, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 41.
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 | 1,928 | 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 Village Panchayat of Gormale?
Gormale is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gormale?
The pincode of Gormale is 413404.
What is the population of Gormale?
Gormale had a total population of 1,928, including 1,008 males and 920 females.
How many households are there in Gormale?
Gormale had 371 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gormale?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gormale was 72.70%. Male literacy was 82.33% and female literacy was 62.33%.