Bohali - Pandharpur, Solapur
Bohali is a village situated in the Pandharpur tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pandharpur and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Bohali village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bohali is 562352. The village covers a total geographical area of 1452 hectares and falls under the 413317 pincode. Pandharpur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Bohali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pandharpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Solapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bohali
As per Census 2011, Bohali village has a total population of 3,564 people, consisting of 1,889 males and 1,675 females. The village has 669 households and a sex ratio of 886 females per 1,000 males. There are 503 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,253 literate and 1,311 illiterate residents. Additionally, 756 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 22 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bohali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,564 | 1,889 | 1,675 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 503 | 270 | 233 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 756 | 391 | 365 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 22 | 12 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 2,253 | 1,341 | 912 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,311 | 548 | 763 |
Nearby Villages of Bohali
Bohali 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Umbargaon | South-West | 3.34 km |
| Korty | North | 3.88 km |
| Tisangi | West | 4.36 km |
| Khardi | South-East | 4.65 km |
| Gadegaon | North | 5.83 km |
| Shirbavi | South-West | 6.48 km |
| Sonke | West | 6.66 km |
| Takli | North-East | 6.81 km |
| Metakarwadi | South | 7.04 km |
| Kasegaon | East | 7.86 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bohali
Bohali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bohali, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pandharpur to Bohali is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Bohali is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bohali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bohali 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 Bohali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bohali 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bohali
Where is Bohali located?
Bohali village is located in Pandharpur Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bohali?
Bohali is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bohali?
The pincode of Bohali is 413317.
What is the population of Bohali?
Bohali has a total population of 3,564, including 1,889 males and 1,675 females.
How many households are there in Bohali?
There are 669 households in Bohali.
What is the literacy rate in Bohali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bohali is 63.22%. Male literacy is 70.99% and female literacy is 54.45%.