Papari - Mohol, Solapur
Papari is a village situated in the Mohol tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mohol and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Papari village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Papari is 562203. The village covers a total geographical area of 2058.09 hectares and falls under the 413213 pincode. Pandharpur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Papari 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 Papari
As per Census 2011, Papari village has a total population of 4,461 people, consisting of 2,330 males and 2,131 females. The village has 941 households and a sex ratio of 914 females per 1,000 males. There are 566 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,798 literate and 1,663 illiterate residents. Additionally, 530 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 19 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Papari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,461 | 2,330 | 2,131 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 566 | 323 | 243 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 530 | 280 | 250 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 9 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 2,798 | 1,614 | 1,184 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,663 | 716 | 947 |
Nearby Villages of Papari
Papari 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khandali | North-West | 3.29 km |
| Konheri | East | 3.79 km |
| Wadachiwadi | North-East | 3.83 km |
| Yevati | South-West | 4.69 km |
| Hivare | North-East | 5.63 km |
| Devadi | North | 5.92 km |
| Penur | South | 6.03 km |
| Telangwadi | North | 7.42 km |
| Ashti | West | 7.70 km |
| Chikhali | East | 7.77 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Papari
Papari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ashti, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.8 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 Papari is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Papari is about 56 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 Papari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Papari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Papari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Papari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Papari
Where is Papari located?
Papari village is located in Mohol Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Papari?
Papari is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Papari?
The pincode of Papari is 413213.
What is the population of Papari?
Papari has a total population of 4,461, including 2,330 males and 2,131 females.
How many households are there in Papari?
There are 941 households in Papari.
What is the literacy rate in Papari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Papari is 62.72%. Male literacy is 69.27% and female literacy is 55.56%.