Upale (Du.) - Barshi, Solapur
Upale (Du.) is a village situated in the Barshi tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 57 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barshi and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Upale (dumala) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Upale (Du.) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Upale (Du.) is 562120. The village covers a total geographical area of 2405 hectares and falls under the 413401 pincode. Tuljapur is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Upale (Du.) 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 Upale (Du.)
As per Census 2011, Upale (Du.) village has a total population of 4,975 people, consisting of 2,593 males and 2,382 females. The village has 1,089 households and a sex ratio of 918 females per 1,000 males. There are 578 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,378 literate and 1,597 illiterate residents. Additionally, 681 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 56 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Upale (Du.) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,975 | 2,593 | 2,382 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 578 | 322 | 256 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 681 | 361 | 320 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 56 | 36 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 3,378 | 1,935 | 1,443 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,597 | 658 | 939 |
Nearby Villages of Upale (Du.)
Upale (Du.) 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Zadi | East | 2.73 km |
| Halduge | West | 3.15 km |
| Pimpri (ratanjan) | North | 3.24 km |
| Nimbalak | South-East | 4.04 km |
| Borgaon (zadi) | North-East | 4.50 km |
| Bhatambare | North-East | 4.85 km |
| Zaregaon | East | 4.92 km |
| Jamgaon (p) | North-West | 4.96 km |
| Kapasi | North | 5.10 km |
| Sawargaon | North | 5.75 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Upale (Du.)
Upale (Du.) 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 42.4 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 Tuljapur to Upale (Du.) is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Upale (Du.) is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Upale (Du.)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Upale (Du.) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Upale (Du.)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Upale (Du.) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Upale (Du.)
Where is Upale (Du.) located?
Upale (Du.) village is located in Barshi Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Upale (Du.)?
The Gram Panchayat of Upale (Du.) is Upale (dumala).
What is the pincode of Upale (Du.)?
The pincode of Upale (Du.) is 413401.
What is the population of Upale (Du.)?
Upale (Du.) has a total population of 4,975, including 2,593 males and 2,382 females.
How many households are there in Upale (Du.)?
There are 1,089 households in Upale (Du.).
What is the literacy rate in Upale (Du.)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Upale (Du.) is 67.90%. Male literacy is 74.62% and female literacy is 60.58%.