Alsunde - Karmala, Solapur
Alsunde is a village situated in the Karmala tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karmala and around 130 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Alsunde village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Alsunde is 561852. The village covers a total geographical area of 808.6 hectares and falls under the 413251 pincode. Karmala is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Alsunde village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karmala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Alsunde
As per Census 2011, Alsunde village has a total population of 1,102 people, consisting of 586 males and 516 females. The village has 237 households and a sex ratio of 880 females per 1,000 males. There are 132 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 696 literate and 406 illiterate residents. Additionally, 44 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 35 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Alsunde are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,102 | 586 | 516 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 132 | 77 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 44 | 24 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 35 | 19 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 696 | 397 | 299 |
| Illiterate Population | 406 | 189 | 217 |
Nearby Villages of Alsunde
Alsunde 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Warkute | South-East | 3.11 km |
| Sade | West | 4.97 km |
| Ghoti | South-West | 5.05 km |
| Nerle | East | 5.17 km |
| Pathurdi | South | 6.37 km |
| Hisare | North | 7.74 km |
| Ropale Kavhe | South-East | 8.18 km |
| Loni | East | 8.65 km |
| Hivare | North | 9.01 km |
| Warkatne | West | 9.71 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Alsunde
Alsunde is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kem, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 76.1 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 Karmala to Alsunde is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Alsunde is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Alsunde
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Alsunde 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Alsunde
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Alsunde 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Alsunde
Where is Alsunde located?
Alsunde village is located in Karmala Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Alsunde?
Alsunde is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Alsunde?
The pincode of Alsunde is 413251.
What is the population of Alsunde?
Alsunde has a total population of 1,102, including 586 males and 516 females.
How many households are there in Alsunde?
There are 237 households in Alsunde.
What is the literacy rate in Alsunde?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Alsunde is 63.16%. Male literacy is 67.75% and female literacy is 57.95%.