Palshi - Pandharpur, Solapur
Palshi 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 86 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Palsali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Palshi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palshi is 562339. The village covers a total geographical area of 2294.4 hectares and falls under the 413310 pincode. Pandharpur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Palshi 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 Palshi
According to the 2011 Census, Palshi village had a total population of 5,384 people, including 2,802 males and 2,582 females, living in 1,017 households. The sex ratio was 921 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.81%, with male literacy at 81.35% and female literacy at 61.49%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,523.
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 | 5,384 | 2,802 | 2,582 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 730 | 384 | 346 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,523 | 790 | 733 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 3,342 | 1,967 | 1,375 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,042 | 835 | 1,207 |
Nearby Villages of Palshi
Palshi 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 | South-West | 3.08 km |
| Supli | North | 3.54 km |
| Upari | North-East | 3.65 km |
| Tisangi | South-East | 4.65 km |
| Gardi | West | 4.88 km |
| Gadegaon | East | 5.29 km |
| Jainwadi | North-West | 5.41 km |
| Sonke | South | 5.74 km |
| Bhandi Shegaon | North | 6.42 km |
| Dhondewadi | North-West | 6.96 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Palshi
Palshi 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 60.5 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 Palshi is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Palshi is about 86 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palshi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palshi 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 Palshi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palshi 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Palshi
Where is Palshi located?
Palshi village is located in Pandharpur Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palshi?
The Gram Panchayat of Palshi is Palsali.
What is the pincode of Palshi?
The pincode of Palshi is 413310.
What is the population of Palshi?
Palshi had a total population of 5,384, including 2,802 males and 2,582 females.
How many households are there in Palshi?
Palshi had 1,017 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palshi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palshi was 71.81%. Male literacy was 81.35% and female literacy was 61.49%.