Gursale - Pandharpur, Solapur
Gursale is a village situated in the Pandharpur tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pandharpur and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Gurusale serves as the Village Panchayat for Gursale village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gursale is 562326. The village covers a total geographical area of 2302.96 hectares and falls under the 413304 pincode. Pandharpur is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Gursale 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 Gursale
According to the 2011 Census, Gursale village had a total population of 5,289 people, including 2,801 males and 2,488 females, living in 1,058 households. The sex ratio was 888 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.27%, with male literacy at 80.97% and female literacy at 66.71%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 939, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 88.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,289 | 2,801 | 2,488 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 757 | 399 | 358 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 939 | 515 | 424 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 88 | 35 | 53 |
| Literate Population | 3,366 | 1,945 | 1,421 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,923 | 856 | 1,067 |
Nearby Villages of Gursale
Gursale 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Adhiv | East | 3.17 km |
| Chincholi Bhose | South | 4.11 km |
| Bhatumbare | South | 4.35 km |
| Shirdhon | South-West | 4.64 km |
| Hole Bk | North-West | 4.65 km |
| Chilaiwadi | North | 4.83 km |
| Kauthali | West | 4.98 km |
| Degaon | South-East | 6.10 km |
| Babhulgaon | North-East | 6.38 km |
| Mendhapur | North-East | 6.86 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gursale
Gursale is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Babhulgoan, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pandharpur to Gursale is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Gursale is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gursale
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gursale 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 Gursale
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gursale village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gursale
Where is Gursale located?
Gursale village is located in Pandharpur Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Gursale?
The Village Panchayat of Gursale is Gurusale.
What is the pincode of Gursale?
The pincode of Gursale is 413304.
What is the population of Gursale?
Gursale had a total population of 5,289, including 2,801 males and 2,488 females.
How many households are there in Gursale?
Gursale had 1,058 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gursale?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gursale was 74.27%. Male literacy was 80.97% and female literacy was 66.71%.