Buralewadi - Sangole, Solapur
Buralewadi is a village situated in the Sangole tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sangole and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Buralewadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Buralewadi is 562551. The village covers a total geographical area of 1164 hectares and falls under the 413307 pincode. Sangole is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Buralewadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sangole Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Buralewadi
As per Census 2011, Buralewadi village has a total population of 1,995 people, consisting of 1,053 males and 942 females. The village has 388 households and a sex ratio of 894 females per 1,000 males. There are 258 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,188 literate and 807 illiterate residents. Additionally, 131 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Buralewadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,995 | 1,053 | 942 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 258 | 141 | 117 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 131 | 57 | 74 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,188 | 703 | 485 |
| Illiterate Population | 807 | 350 | 457 |
Nearby Villages of Buralewadi
Buralewadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lendave Chichale | North-East | 3.19 km |
| Rajapur | North | 4.11 km |
| Medashingi | West | 4.20 km |
| Shirashi | South-East | 4.29 km |
| Gonewadi | East | 5.08 km |
| Alegaon | South-West | 5.54 km |
| Wadegaon | North-West | 5.82 km |
| Laxami Dahiwadi | North | 7.52 km |
| Wani Chinchale | South | 7.89 km |
| Andhalgaon | North-East | 8.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Buralewadi
Buralewadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sangola, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sangole to Buralewadi is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Buralewadi 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 Buralewadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Buralewadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Buralewadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Buralewadi 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 Buralewadi
Where is Buralewadi located?
Buralewadi village is located in Sangole Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Buralewadi?
Buralewadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Buralewadi?
The pincode of Buralewadi is 413307.
What is the population of Buralewadi?
Buralewadi has a total population of 1,995, including 1,053 males and 942 females.
How many households are there in Buralewadi?
There are 388 households in Buralewadi.
What is the literacy rate in Buralewadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Buralewadi is 59.55%. Male literacy is 66.76% and female literacy is 51.49%.