Korfale Village - Barshi, Solapur
Korfale is a village situated in the Barshi tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barshi and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Korfale village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Korfale is 562078. The village covers a total geographical area of 2703.44 hectares and falls under the 413401 pincode. Barshi is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Korfale 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 Korfale
As per Census 2011, Korfale village has a total population of 3,907 people, consisting of 2,065 males and 1,842 females. The village has 803 households and a sex ratio of 892 females per 1,000 males. There are 476 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,529 literate and 1,378 illiterate residents. Additionally, 487 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 25 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Korfale are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,907 | 2,065 | 1,842 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 476 | 267 | 209 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 487 | 253 | 234 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 25 | 14 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 2,529 | 1,487 | 1,042 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,378 | 578 | 800 |
Nearby Villages of Korfale
Korfale 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kavhe | North-East | 3.68 km |
| Gulpoli | South | 4.23 km |
| Shripat Pimpri | West | 4.44 km |
| Khandavi | North-West | 5.25 km |
| Balewadi | North-East | 6.00 km |
| Rastapur | South-East | 6.01 km |
| Dadshinge | North-East | 6.32 km |
| Surdi | South-East | 7.01 km |
| Pangaon | East | 7.23 km |
| Bhoinje | West | 7.37 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Korfale
Public transport in the Korfale 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 49.1 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 Barshi to Korfale is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Korfale is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Korfale
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Korfale village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Korfale
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Korfale village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Korfale
Where is Korfale located?
Korfale village is located in Barshi Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Korfale?
Korfale is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Korfale?
The pincode of Korfale is 413401.
What is the population of Korfale?
Korfale has a total population of 3,907, including 2,065 males and 1,842 females.
How many households are there in Korfale?
There are 803 households in Korfale.
What is the literacy rate in Korfale?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Korfale is 64.73%. Male literacy is 72.01% and female literacy is 56.57%.