Falawani - Malshiras, Solapur
Falawani is a village situated in the Malshiras tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malshiras and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Falawani village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Falawani is 562506. The village covers a total geographical area of 1509 hectares and falls under the 413306 pincode. Pandharpur is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Falawani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Malshiras Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Falawani
As per Census 2011, Falawani village has a total population of 4,051 people, consisting of 2,104 males and 1,947 females. The village has 898 households and a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males. There are 574 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,468 literate and 1,583 illiterate residents. Additionally, 832 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Falawani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,051 | 2,104 | 1,947 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 574 | 300 | 274 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 832 | 427 | 405 |
| Literate Population | 2,468 | 1,432 | 1,036 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,583 | 672 | 911 |
Nearby Villages of Falawani
Falawani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Salmukhwadi | North-West | 2.30 km |
| Kolegaon | South | 3.38 km |
| Kalamwadi | West | 5.15 km |
| Kusmod | North-West | 5.56 km |
| Tandulwadi | North-East | 5.81 km |
| Maloli | North | 6.08 km |
| Mahim | East | 6.96 km |
| Chikmahud | South | 7.41 km |
| Shendechinch | North | 8.30 km |
| Piliv | West | 8.58 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Falawani
Falawani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bohali, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 73.1 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 Falawani is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Falawani is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Falawani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Falawani 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 Falawani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Falawani 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Falawani
Where is Falawani located?
Falawani village is located in Malshiras Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Falawani?
Falawani is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Falawani?
The pincode of Falawani is 413306.
What is the population of Falawani?
Falawani has a total population of 4,051, including 2,104 males and 1,947 females.
How many households are there in Falawani?
There are 898 households in Falawani.
What is the literacy rate in Falawani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Falawani is 60.92%. Male literacy is 68.06% and female literacy is 53.21%.