Nerle - Karmala, Solapur
Nerle is a village situated in the Karmala tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karmala and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Nerle village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nerle is 561853. The village covers a total geographical area of 2875.09 hectares and falls under the 413251 pincode. Karmala is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Nerle 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 Nerle
As per Census 2011, Nerle village has a total population of 2,636 people, consisting of 1,372 males and 1,264 females. The village has 496 households and a sex ratio of 921 females per 1,000 males. There are 335 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,656 literate and 980 illiterate residents. Additionally, 330 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 43 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nerle are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,636 | 1,372 | 1,264 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 335 | 193 | 142 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 330 | 179 | 151 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 43 | 23 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 1,656 | 954 | 702 |
| Illiterate Population | 980 | 418 | 562 |
Nearby Villages of Nerle
Nerle 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Loni | South-East | 4.15 km |
| Warkute | South-West | 4.75 km |
| Alsunde | West | 5.17 km |
| Bhotra | East | 5.74 km |
| Mungashi | South-East | 6.39 km |
| Rosa | North-East | 6.62 km |
| Ropale Kavhe | South | 6.92 km |
| Bitergaon | South-East | 7.31 km |
| Nadi | South-East | 8.08 km |
| Domgaon | North-East | 8.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nerle
Nerle is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kem, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 73.3 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 Karmala to Nerle is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Nerle is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nerle
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nerle village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Nerle
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nerle 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Nerle
Where is Nerle located?
Nerle village is located in Karmala Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nerle?
Nerle is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nerle?
The pincode of Nerle is 413251.
What is the population of Nerle?
Nerle has a total population of 2,636, including 1,372 males and 1,264 females.
How many households are there in Nerle?
There are 496 households in Nerle.
What is the literacy rate in Nerle?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nerle is 62.82%. Male literacy is 69.53% and female literacy is 55.54%.