Saundare - Barshi, Solapur
Saundare is a village situated in the Barshi tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barshi and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Saundare village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saundare is 562069. The village covers a total geographical area of 1737 hectares and falls under the 413401 pincode. Barshi is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Saundare 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 Saundare
As per Census 2011, Saundare village has a total population of 2,895 people, consisting of 1,489 males and 1,406 females. The village has 589 households and a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males. There are 347 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,107 literate and 788 illiterate residents. Additionally, 478 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 137 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Saundare are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,895 | 1,489 | 1,406 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 347 | 176 | 171 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 478 | 245 | 233 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 137 | 63 | 74 |
| Literate Population | 2,107 | 1,181 | 926 |
| Illiterate Population | 788 | 308 | 480 |
Nearby Villages of Saundare
Saundare 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kasarwadi | North-West | 3.20 km |
| Dadshinge | South-West | 3.23 km |
| Phaphalwadi | North | 4.25 km |
| Balewadi | West | 4.40 km |
| Kalambwadi (p) | South-East | 4.44 km |
| Bavi | East | 4.78 km |
| Kavhe | South-West | 5.83 km |
| Tawadi | North-East | 5.91 km |
| Pangaon | South | 6.19 km |
| Tandulwadi | East | 6.47 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Saundare
Saundare is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Barsi Town, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 51.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Saundare is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Saundare is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saundare
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saundare village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Saundare
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saundare 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Saundare
Where is Saundare located?
Saundare village is located in Barshi Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saundare?
Saundare is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Saundare?
The pincode of Saundare is 413401.
What is the population of Saundare?
Saundare has a total population of 2,895, including 1,489 males and 1,406 females.
How many households are there in Saundare?
There are 589 households in Saundare.
What is the literacy rate in Saundare?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saundare is 72.78%. Male literacy is 79.31% and female literacy is 65.86%.