Pirale - Malshiras, Solapur
Pirale is a village situated in the Malshiras tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malshiras and around 180 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Pirale village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pirale is 562407. The village covers a total geographical area of 1457 hectares and falls under the 413109 pincode. Phaltan is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Pirale 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 Pirale
As per Census 2011, Pirale village has a total population of 3,806 people, consisting of 1,978 males and 1,828 females. The village has 747 households and a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males. There are 444 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,476 literate and 1,330 illiterate residents. Additionally, 469 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pirale are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,806 | 1,978 | 1,828 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 444 | 261 | 183 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 469 | 246 | 223 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,476 | 1,414 | 1,062 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,330 | 564 | 766 |
Nearby Villages of Pirale
Pirale 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kalamboli | North | 2.76 km |
| Bangarde | North-East | 4.01 km |
| Ekshiv | North-West | 4.24 km |
| Dahigaon | South-West | 4.32 km |
| Motewadi (fondshiras) | South-East | 4.85 km |
| Fondshiras | South | 5.92 km |
| Tambewadi | North-West | 6.09 km |
| Palasmandal | East | 6.40 km |
| Chikhali | North-West | 6.73 km |
| Kurbavi | North-West | 7.11 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pirale
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Pirale. The nearest railway station is Baramati, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 87.9 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Phaltan to Pirale is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Pirale is about 180 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pirale
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pirale 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 Pirale
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pirale village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Pirale
Where is Pirale located?
Pirale village is located in Malshiras Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pirale?
Pirale is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pirale?
The pincode of Pirale is 413109.
What is the population of Pirale?
Pirale has a total population of 3,806, including 1,978 males and 1,828 females.
How many households are there in Pirale?
There are 747 households in Pirale.
What is the literacy rate in Pirale?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pirale is 65.06%. Male literacy is 71.49% and female literacy is 58.10%.