Girzani - Malshiras, Solapur
Girzani is a village situated in the Malshiras tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malshiras and around 135 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Girzani village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Girzani is 562461. The village covers a total geographical area of 834.44 hectares and falls under the 413101 pincode. Pandharpur is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Girzani 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 Girzani
According to the 2011 Census, Girzani village had a total population of 3,405 people, including 1,904 males and 1,501 females, living in 613 households. The sex ratio was 788 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.61%, with male literacy at 89.44% and female literacy at 74.07%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 560, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 6.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,405 | 1,904 | 1,501 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 369 | 218 | 151 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 560 | 292 | 268 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,508 | 1,508 | 1,000 |
| Illiterate Population | 897 | 396 | 501 |
Nearby Villages of Girzani
Girzani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bagewadi | North | 2.16 km |
| Vijaywadi | South | 2.58 km |
| Paniv | South-West | 2.88 km |
| Yashawantnagar | East | 3.03 km |
| Kondabavi | North-West | 3.87 km |
| Chaundeshwarwadi | South-East | 4.24 km |
| Anandnagar | North | 4.27 km |
| Vizori | South-East | 4.61 km |
| Akluj | North-East | 5.14 km |
| Khudus | South | 5.98 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Girzani
Girzani is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Pandharpur, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 80.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Pandharpur to Girzani is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Girzani is about 135 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Girzani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Girzani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Girzani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Girzani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Girzani
Where is Girzani located?
Girzani village is located in Malshiras Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Girzani?
Girzani is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Girzani?
The pincode of Girzani is 413101.
What is the population of Girzani?
Girzani had a total population of 3,405, including 1,904 males and 1,501 females.
How many households are there in Girzani?
Girzani had 613 households.
What is the literacy rate in Girzani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Girzani was 82.61%. Male literacy was 89.44% and female literacy was 74.07%.