Tirwandi - Malshiras, Solapur
Tirwandi is a village situated in the Malshiras tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malshiras and around 135 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Tirwanchi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tirwandi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tirwandi is 562437. The village covers a total geographical area of 1395.01 hectares and falls under the 413107 pincode. Indapur is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Tirwandi 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 Tirwandi
As per Census 2011, Tirwandi village has a total population of 3,868 people, consisting of 2,059 males and 1,809 females. The village has 743 households and a sex ratio of 878 females per 1,000 males. There are 538 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,279 literate and 1,589 illiterate residents. Additionally, 292 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tirwandi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,868 | 2,059 | 1,809 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 538 | 312 | 226 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 292 | 155 | 137 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 2,279 | 1,352 | 927 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,589 | 707 | 882 |
Nearby Villages of Tirwandi
Tirwandi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chakore | East | 3.20 km |
| Umbare Dahigaon | North-West | 3.36 km |
| Kacharewadi | South-East | 3.72 km |
| Medad | South-West | 4.05 km |
| Chakati | North-East | 4.58 km |
| Markadwadi | West | 5.47 km |
| Nirnimgaon | East | 6.13 km |
| Khorochi | North-West | 6.31 km |
| Pithewadi | North-East | 6.36 km |
| Kadamwadi | West | 6.57 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tirwandi
Tirwandi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Parewadi, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 88.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Indapur to Tirwandi is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Tirwandi 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 Tirwandi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tirwandi 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 Tirwandi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tirwandi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tirwandi
Where is Tirwandi located?
Tirwandi village is located in Malshiras Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tirwandi?
The Gram Panchayat of Tirwandi is Tirwanchi.
What is the pincode of Tirwandi?
The pincode of Tirwandi is 413107.
What is the population of Tirwandi?
Tirwandi has a total population of 3,868, including 2,059 males and 1,809 females.
How many households are there in Tirwandi?
There are 743 households in Tirwandi.
What is the literacy rate in Tirwandi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tirwandi is 58.92%. Male literacy is 65.66% and female literacy is 51.24%.