Honsal - Solapur North, Solapur
Honsal is a village situated in the Solapur North tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from Solapur, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Honsal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Honsal is 562164. The village covers a total geographical area of 1090.34 hectares and falls under the 413002 pincode. Solapur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Honsal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Solapur South Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Solapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Honsal
According to the 2011 Census, Honsal village had a total population of 1,464 people, including 772 males and 692 females, living in 306 households. The sex ratio was 896 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.57%, with male literacy at 85.27% and female literacy at 66.89%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 201, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 42.
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 | 1,464 | 772 | 692 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 175 | 93 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 201 | 106 | 95 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 42 | 26 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 987 | 579 | 408 |
| Illiterate Population | 477 | 193 | 284 |
Nearby Villages of Honsal
Honsal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Raleras | South-West | 2.46 km |
| Tamalwadi | North-East | 2.98 km |
| Sevalalnager | West | 3.81 km |
| Ganjewadi | North | 4.90 km |
| Gangewadi | East | 5.14 km |
| Wadgaon Kati | North-West | 5.39 km |
| Ule | South | 5.81 km |
| Kasegaon | South-East | 6.50 km |
| Pimpala Bk. | East | 6.52 km |
| Suratgaon | North-East | 6.72 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Honsal
Honsal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Solapur Jn, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 17.6 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Solapur to Honsal is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Honsal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Honsal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Honsal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Honsal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Honsal
Where is Honsal located?
Honsal village is located in Solapur North Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Honsal?
Honsal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Honsal?
The pincode of Honsal is 413002.
What is the population of Honsal?
Honsal had a total population of 1,464, including 772 males and 692 females.
How many households are there in Honsal?
Honsal had 306 households.
What is the literacy rate in Honsal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Honsal was 76.57%. Male literacy was 85.27% and female literacy was 66.89%.