Konheri - Mohol, Solapur
Konheri is a village situated in the Mohol tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mohol and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Konheri village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Konheri is 562205. The village covers a total geographical area of 2087.86 hectares and falls under the 413248 pincode. Pandharpur is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Konheri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mohol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Solapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Konheri
According to the 2011 Census, Konheri village had a total population of 3,631 people, including 1,922 males and 1,709 females, living in 799 households. The sex ratio was 889 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.17%, with male literacy at 84.94% and female literacy at 66.27%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 516, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 6.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,631 | 1,922 | 1,709 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 450 | 235 | 215 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 516 | 266 | 250 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 2,423 | 1,433 | 990 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,208 | 489 | 719 |
Nearby Villages of Konheri
Konheri 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Papari | West | 3.79 km |
| Wadachiwadi | North | 4.08 km |
| Sarole | East | 4.18 km |
| Hivare | North | 4.20 km |
| Penur | South | 4.92 km |
| Chikhali | North-East | 4.98 km |
| Khavani | East | 6.09 km |
| Khandali | North-West | 6.75 km |
| Yevati | West | 6.96 km |
| Devadi | North | 7.04 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Konheri
Public transport in the Konheri is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Malikpeth, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pandharpur to Konheri is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Konheri is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Konheri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Konheri 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 Konheri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Konheri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Konheri
Where is Konheri located?
Konheri village is located in Mohol Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Konheri?
Konheri is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Konheri?
The pincode of Konheri is 413248.
What is the population of Konheri?
Konheri had a total population of 3,631, including 1,922 males and 1,709 females.
How many households are there in Konheri?
Konheri had 799 households.
What is the literacy rate in Konheri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Konheri was 76.17%. Male literacy was 84.94% and female literacy was 66.27%.