Parite - Madha, Solapur
Parite is a village situated in the Madha tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Madha and around 101 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Parite village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Parite is 561955. The village covers a total geographical area of 1392 hectares and falls under the 413211 pincode. Pandharpur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Parite village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Madha Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Parite
As per Census 2011, Parite village has a total population of 4,111 people, consisting of 2,162 males and 1,949 females. The village has 780 households and a sex ratio of 901 females per 1,000 males. There are 539 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,660 literate and 1,451 illiterate residents. Additionally, 403 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Parite are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,111 | 2,162 | 1,949 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 539 | 274 | 265 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 403 | 216 | 187 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 2,660 | 1,539 | 1,121 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,451 | 623 | 828 |
Nearby Villages of Parite
Parite 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Akole Bk | North | 3.14 km |
| Paritewadi | East | 3.36 km |
| Ghoti | South-West | 3.51 km |
| Ahergaon | North-East | 3.59 km |
| Bembale | West | 4.79 km |
| Bhuinje | North-East | 5.61 km |
| Akumbhe | North-East | 6.33 km |
| Jaloli | South | 6.36 km |
| Sapatne Tembhurni | North | 6.44 km |
| Warawade | East | 6.45 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Parite
Parite is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Padsali, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 62.5 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 Pandharpur to Parite is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Parite is about 101 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Parite
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Parite 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 Parite
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Parite 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 Parite
Where is Parite located?
Parite village is located in Madha Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Parite?
Parite is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Parite?
The pincode of Parite is 413211.
What is the population of Parite?
Parite has a total population of 4,111, including 2,162 males and 1,949 females.
How many households are there in Parite?
There are 780 households in Parite.
What is the literacy rate in Parite?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Parite is 64.70%. Male literacy is 71.18% and female literacy is 57.52%.