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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Girzani village has a total population of 3,405 people, consisting of 1,904 males and 1,501 females. The village has 613 households and a sex ratio of 788 females per 1,000 males. There are 369 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,508 literate and 897 illiterate residents. Additionally, 560 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Girzani are given below:
| 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 | - |
| 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 gram panchayat of Girzani?
Girzani is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Girzani?
The pincode of Girzani is 413101.
What is the population of Girzani?
Girzani has a total population of 3,405, including 1,904 males and 1,501 females.
How many households are there in Girzani?
There are 613 households in Girzani.
What is the literacy rate in Girzani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Girzani is 73.66%. Male literacy is 79.20% and female literacy is 66.62%.