Pirachi Kuroli - Pandharpur, Solapur
Pirachi Kuroli is a village situated in the Pandharpur tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pandharpur and around 97 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Pirachi Kuroli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pirachi Kuroli is 562308. The village covers a total geographical area of 2132 hectares and falls under the 413315 pincode. Pandharpur is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Pirachi Kuroli 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 Pirachi Kuroli
As per Census 2011, Pirachi Kuroli village has a total population of 4,782 people, consisting of 2,501 males and 2,281 females. The village has 975 households and a sex ratio of 912 females per 1,000 males. There are 603 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,172 literate and 1,610 illiterate residents. Additionally, 786 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 56 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pirachi Kuroli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,782 | 2,501 | 2,281 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 603 | 324 | 279 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 786 | 412 | 374 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 56 | 32 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 3,172 | 1,828 | 1,344 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,610 | 673 | 937 |
Nearby Villages of Pirachi Kuroli
Pirachi Kuroli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Wadi Kuroli | South-East | 3.17 km |
| Dasur | West | 3.54 km |
| Keskarwadi | South-West | 4.42 km |
| Patvardhan Kuroli | North-East | 4.64 km |
| Khalawe | North-West | 4.66 km |
| Dhondewadi | South | 5.06 km |
| Tondale | West | 6.39 km |
| Vithalwadi | North-West | 6.46 km |
| Avhe | North | 6.63 km |
| Devade | East | 6.70 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pirachi Kuroli
Pirachi Kuroli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Pandharpur, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 63.8 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 Pirachi Kuroli is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Pirachi Kuroli is about 97 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 Pirachi Kuroli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pirachi Kuroli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Pirachi Kuroli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pirachi Kuroli 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 Pirachi Kuroli
Where is Pirachi Kuroli located?
Pirachi Kuroli village is located in Pandharpur Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pirachi Kuroli?
Pirachi Kuroli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pirachi Kuroli?
The pincode of Pirachi Kuroli is 413315.
What is the population of Pirachi Kuroli?
Pirachi Kuroli has a total population of 4,782, including 2,501 males and 2,281 females.
How many households are there in Pirachi Kuroli?
There are 975 households in Pirachi Kuroli.
What is the literacy rate in Pirachi Kuroli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pirachi Kuroli is 66.33%. Male literacy is 73.09% and female literacy is 58.92%.