Fulchincholi - Pandharpur, Solapur
Fulchincholi is a village situated in the Pandharpur tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pandharpur and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Fulchincholi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Fulchincholi is 562382. The village covers a total geographical area of 1467.75 hectares and falls under the 413304 pincode. Pandharpur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Fulchincholi 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 Fulchincholi
As per Census 2011, Fulchincholi village has a total population of 5,648 people, consisting of 2,976 males and 2,672 females. The village has 1,188 households and a sex ratio of 897 females per 1,000 males. There are 701 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,629 literate and 2,019 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,029 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 21 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Fulchincholi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,648 | 2,976 | 2,672 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 701 | 371 | 330 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,029 | 534 | 495 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 21 | 13 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 3,629 | 2,171 | 1,458 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,019 | 805 | 1,214 |
Nearby Villages of Fulchincholi
Fulchincholi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tarapur | North-West | 3.36 km |
| Vite | South | 3.87 km |
| Kharsoli | South-West | 4.16 km |
| Puluj | South-East | 4.22 km |
| Takali (sikandar) | North-East | 4.40 km |
| Pohargaon | South-West | 5.53 km |
| Magarwadi | North-West | 5.82 km |
| Patkul | North | 6.56 km |
| Suste | West | 7.21 km |
| Warkute | East | 7.43 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Fulchincholi
Fulchincholi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Babhulgoan, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pandharpur to Fulchincholi is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Fulchincholi is about 45 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 Fulchincholi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Fulchincholi 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 Fulchincholi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Fulchincholi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Fulchincholi
Where is Fulchincholi located?
Fulchincholi village is located in Pandharpur Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Fulchincholi?
Fulchincholi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Fulchincholi?
The pincode of Fulchincholi is 413304.
What is the population of Fulchincholi?
Fulchincholi has a total population of 5,648, including 2,976 males and 2,672 females.
How many households are there in Fulchincholi?
There are 1,188 households in Fulchincholi.
What is the literacy rate in Fulchincholi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Fulchincholi is 64.25%. Male literacy is 72.95% and female literacy is 54.57%.