Mahalung - Malshiras, Solapur
Mahalung is a village situated in the Malshiras tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malshiras and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Solapur.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahalung is 562475. The village covers a total geographical area of 3435 hectares and falls under the 413112 pincode. Pandharpur is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Mahalung is administered under an Urban Local Body. For political representation, the village falls under the Malshiras Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mahalung
As per Census 2011, Mahalung village has a total population of 20,833 people, consisting of 10,643 males and 10,190 females. The village has 4,589 households and a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males. There are 2,664 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 14,039 literate and 6,794 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4,836 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 401 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mahalung are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 20,833 | 10,643 | 10,190 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,664 | 1,427 | 1,237 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4,836 | 2,433 | 2,403 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 401 | 206 | 195 |
| Literate Population | 14,039 | 7,855 | 6,184 |
| Illiterate Population | 6,794 | 2,788 | 4,006 |
Nearby Villages of Mahalung
Mahalung 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Borgaon | South-East | 3.60 km |
| Malinagar | West | 4.07 km |
| Savatgavhan | North-West | 4.50 km |
| Lawang | North-East | 4.67 km |
| Khandali | South-West | 4.85 km |
| Mire | East | 5.23 km |
| Tambave | North | 5.43 km |
| Ozare | North | 6.28 km |
| Karole | East | 6.29 km |
| Malkhambi | South | 6.29 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mahalung
The nearest railway station is Babhulgoan, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 72.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pandharpur to Mahalung is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Mahalung 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.
FAQs about Mahalung
Where is Mahalung located?
Mahalung village is located in Malshiras Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the pincode of Mahalung?
The pincode of Mahalung is 413112.
What is the population of Mahalung?
Mahalung has a total population of 20,833, including 10,643 males and 10,190 females.
How many households are there in Mahalung?
There are 4,589 households in Mahalung.
What is the literacy rate in Mahalung?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahalung is 67.39%. Male literacy is 73.80% and female literacy is 60.69%.