Gulpoli - Barshi, Solapur
Gulpoli is a village situated in the Barshi tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barshi and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Gulpoli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gulpoli is 562093. The village covers a total geographical area of 1605 hectares and falls under the 413401 pincode. Barshi is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Gulpoli 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 Gulpoli
As per Census 2011, Gulpoli village has a total population of 2,265 people, consisting of 1,189 males and 1,076 females. The village has 498 households and a sex ratio of 904 females per 1,000 males. There are 217 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,545 literate and 720 illiterate residents. Additionally, 160 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 11 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gulpoli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,265 | 1,189 | 1,076 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 217 | 123 | 94 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 160 | 82 | 78 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,545 | 915 | 630 |
| Illiterate Population | 720 | 274 | 446 |
Nearby Villages of Gulpoli
Gulpoli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Malwandi | South | 3.61 km |
| Surdi | South-East | 3.84 km |
| Korfale | North | 4.23 km |
| Shripat Pimpri | North-West | 5.10 km |
| Rastapur | East | 5.39 km |
| Turk-pimpri | South-West | 6.29 km |
| Kapsewadi | South | 6.49 km |
| Jamgaon | South-West | 6.51 km |
| Yawali | South-East | 7.17 km |
| Undegaon | East | 7.40 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gulpoli
Gulpoli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Uplai, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.2 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 Gulpoli is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Gulpoli 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 Gulpoli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gulpoli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gulpoli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gulpoli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gulpoli
Where is Gulpoli located?
Gulpoli village is located in Barshi Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gulpoli?
Gulpoli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gulpoli?
The pincode of Gulpoli is 413401.
What is the population of Gulpoli?
Gulpoli has a total population of 2,265, including 1,189 males and 1,076 females.
How many households are there in Gulpoli?
There are 498 households in Gulpoli.
What is the literacy rate in Gulpoli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gulpoli is 68.21%. Male literacy is 76.96% and female literacy is 58.55%.