Gardi - Pandharpur, Solapur
Gardi is a village situated in the Pandharpur tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pandharpur and around 98 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Gardi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gardi is 562340. The village covers a total geographical area of 1901 hectares and falls under the 413306 pincode. Pandharpur is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Gardi 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 Gardi
As per Census 2011, Gardi village has a total population of 3,226 people, consisting of 1,662 males and 1,564 females. The village has 704 households and a sex ratio of 941 females per 1,000 males. There are 393 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,167 literate and 1,059 illiterate residents. Additionally, 627 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 109 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gardi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,226 | 1,662 | 1,564 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 393 | 194 | 199 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 627 | 314 | 313 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 109 | 55 | 54 |
| Literate Population | 2,167 | 1,242 | 925 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,059 | 420 | 639 |
Nearby Villages of Gardi
Gardi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lonarwadi | East | 2.77 km |
| Jainwadi | North | 3.79 km |
| Mahim | West | 4.66 km |
| Palshi | East | 4.88 km |
| Gaygavhan | South | 5.32 km |
| Supli | North-East | 5.84 km |
| Mahud Bk. | South-West | 6.79 km |
| Bhalawani | North-West | 6.90 km |
| Sonke | South-East | 7.01 km |
| Dhondewadi | North | 7.40 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gardi
Gardi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Bohali, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 64.2 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 Gardi is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Gardi is about 98 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gardi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gardi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gardi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gardi 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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gardi
Where is Gardi located?
Gardi village is located in Pandharpur Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gardi?
Gardi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gardi?
The pincode of Gardi is 413306.
What is the population of Gardi?
Gardi has a total population of 3,226, including 1,662 males and 1,564 females.
How many households are there in Gardi?
There are 704 households in Gardi.
What is the literacy rate in Gardi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gardi is 67.17%. Male literacy is 74.73% and female literacy is 59.14%.