Tondale - Malshiras, Solapur
Tondale is a village situated in the Malshiras tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malshiras and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Tondale village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tondale is 562495. The village covers a total geographical area of 920 hectares and falls under the 413113 pincode. Pandharpur is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Tondale 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 Tondale
As per Census 2011, Tondale village has a total population of 2,572 people, consisting of 1,343 males and 1,229 females. The village has 518 households and a sex ratio of 915 females per 1,000 males. There are 300 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,775 literate and 797 illiterate residents. Additionally, 474 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 11 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tondale are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,572 | 1,343 | 1,229 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 300 | 159 | 141 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 474 | 258 | 216 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,775 | 1,020 | 755 |
| Illiterate Population | 797 | 323 | 474 |
Nearby Villages of Tondale
Tondale 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bondale | North | 2.49 km |
| Dhanore | West | 2.60 km |
| Dasur | East | 3.03 km |
| Shendgewadi | South | 3.18 km |
| Keskarwadi | South-East | 3.76 km |
| Khalawe | North-East | 4.26 km |
| Ughadewadi | North-West | 4.86 km |
| Vithalwadi | North-East | 5.17 km |
| Malkhambi | North | 5.29 km |
| Shendechinch | South-West | 5.33 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tondale
Public transport in the Tondale is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Pandharpur, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 68.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pandharpur to Tondale is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Tondale is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tondale
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tondale village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Tondale
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tondale 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Tondale
Where is Tondale located?
Tondale village is located in Malshiras Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tondale?
Tondale is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tondale?
The pincode of Tondale is 413113.
What is the population of Tondale?
Tondale has a total population of 2,572, including 1,343 males and 1,229 females.
How many households are there in Tondale?
There are 518 households in Tondale.
What is the literacy rate in Tondale?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tondale is 69.01%. Male literacy is 75.95% and female literacy is 61.43%.