Tulshi - Madha, Solapur
Tulshi is a village situated in the Madha tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 33 km from the tehsil headquarters in Madha and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Tulshi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tulshi is 561957. The village covers a total geographical area of 2784 hectares and falls under the 413302 pincode. Kurduvadi is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Tulshi 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 Tulshi
As per Census 2011, Tulshi village has a total population of 4,901 people, consisting of 2,574 males and 2,327 females. The village has 1,063 households and a sex ratio of 904 females per 1,000 males. There are 630 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,185 literate and 1,716 illiterate residents. Additionally, 719 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tulshi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,901 | 2,574 | 2,327 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 630 | 328 | 302 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 719 | 370 | 349 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 3,185 | 1,890 | 1,295 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,716 | 684 | 1,032 |
Nearby Villages of Tulshi
Tulshi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Paritewadi | North-West | 4.09 km |
| Warawade | North | 4.45 km |
| Aran | East | 5.05 km |
| Karkamb | South-West | 5.93 km |
| Bardi | South | 6.99 km |
| Akumbhe | North | 7.21 km |
| Parite | North-West | 7.23 km |
| Hole Kh. | North | 7.24 km |
| Ahergaon | North-West | 7.26 km |
| Bhend | North-East | 7.35 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tulshi
Tulshi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Modnimb, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.9 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 Kurduvadi to Tulshi is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Tulshi is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tulshi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tulshi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Tulshi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tulshi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tulshi
Where is Tulshi located?
Tulshi village is located in Madha Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tulshi?
Tulshi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tulshi?
The pincode of Tulshi is 413302.
What is the population of Tulshi?
Tulshi has a total population of 4,901, including 2,574 males and 2,327 females.
How many households are there in Tulshi?
There are 1,063 households in Tulshi.
What is the literacy rate in Tulshi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tulshi is 64.99%. Male literacy is 73.43% and female literacy is 55.65%.