Rui - Barshi, Solapur
Rui is a village situated in the Barshi tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 52 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barshi and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Rui village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rui is 562136. The village covers a total geographical area of 1508.48 hectares and falls under the 413406 pincode. Osmanabad is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Rui 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 Rui
As per Census 2011, Rui village has a total population of 1,888 people, consisting of 975 males and 913 females. The village has 389 households and a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males. There are 206 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,320 literate and 568 illiterate residents. Additionally, 305 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rui are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,888 | 975 | 913 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 206 | 111 | 95 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 305 | 151 | 154 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,320 | 753 | 567 |
| Illiterate Population | 568 | 222 | 346 |
Nearby Villages of Rui
Rui 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nimbalak | North-West | 2.69 km |
| Ambegaon | South | 4.02 km |
| Bhalgaon | South-East | 4.12 km |
| Zaregaon | North | 4.48 km |
| Ambabaiwadi | South-West | 4.56 km |
| Gaudgaon | East | 4.79 km |
| Zadi | North | 5.14 km |
| Bhandegaon | South | 5.96 km |
| Chilvadi | North-East | 6.36 km |
| Jotibachiwadi | South-West | 6.56 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Rui
Rui is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Usmanabad, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.9 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 Osmanabad to Rui is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Rui is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rui
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rui 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Rui
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rui village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rui
Where is Rui located?
Rui village is located in Barshi Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rui?
Rui is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Rui?
The pincode of Rui is 413406.
What is the population of Rui?
Rui has a total population of 1,888, including 975 males and 913 females.
How many households are there in Rui?
There are 389 households in Rui.
What is the literacy rate in Rui?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rui is 69.92%. Male literacy is 77.23% and female literacy is 62.10%.