Penur - Mohol, Solapur
Penur is a village situated in the Mohol tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mohol and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Penur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Penur is 562257. The village covers a total geographical area of 3527.88 hectares and falls under the 413248 pincode. Pandharpur is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Penur 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 Penur
As per Census 2011, Penur village has a total population of 8,186 people, consisting of 4,291 males and 3,895 females. The village has 1,673 households and a sex ratio of 907 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,064 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,111 literate and 3,075 illiterate residents. Additionally, 696 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 62 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Penur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,186 | 4,291 | 3,895 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,064 | 558 | 506 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 696 | 356 | 340 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 62 | 31 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 5,111 | 2,998 | 2,113 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,075 | 1,293 | 1,782 |
Nearby Villages of Penur
Penur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Patkul | South-East | 4.34 km |
| Konheri | North | 4.92 km |
| Yevati | North-West | 5.10 km |
| Magarwadi | South-West | 5.30 km |
| Papari | North | 6.03 km |
| Tungat | South-West | 6.21 km |
| Sarole | North-East | 6.78 km |
| Adhegaon | South-East | 7.41 km |
| Khavani | East | 8.02 km |
| Tarapur | South | 8.15 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Penur
Penur 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 38.6 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 Penur is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Penur is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Penur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Penur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Penur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Penur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Penur
Where is Penur located?
Penur village is located in Mohol Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Penur?
Penur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Penur?
The pincode of Penur is 413248.
What is the population of Penur?
Penur has a total population of 8,186, including 4,291 males and 3,895 females.
How many households are there in Penur?
There are 1,673 households in Penur.
What is the literacy rate in Penur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Penur is 62.44%. Male literacy is 69.87% and female literacy is 54.25%.