Barur - Solapur South, Solapur
Barur is a village situated in the Solapur South tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 35 km from Solapur, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Barur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barur is 562764. The village covers a total geographical area of 860.53 hectares and falls under the 413008 pincode. Solapur is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Barur 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 Barur
As per Census 2011, Barur village has a total population of 3,262 people, consisting of 1,655 males and 1,607 females. The village has 629 households and a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males. There are 462 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,928 literate and 1,334 illiterate residents. Additionally, 480 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 67 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,262 | 1,655 | 1,607 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 462 | 255 | 207 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 480 | 229 | 251 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 67 | 32 | 35 |
| Literate Population | 1,928 | 1,093 | 835 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,334 | 562 | 772 |
Nearby Villages of Barur
Barur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bolkavathe | East | 2.41 km |
| Bandalgi | North-East | 3.08 km |
| Takali | West | 3.19 km |
| Nandani | North-West | 3.87 km |
| Hattarsang | South-East | 3.94 km |
| Kumthe | East | 4.69 km |
| Aurad | North | 5.19 km |
| Kurghot | West | 5.48 km |
| Korsegaon | South-East | 5.88 km |
| Basav Nagar | North-West | 5.96 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barur
Barur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sulerjavalge, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 15.8 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 Solapur to Barur is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barur 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 Barur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barur 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Barur
Where is Barur located?
Barur village is located in Solapur South Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barur?
Barur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Barur?
The pincode of Barur is 413008.
What is the population of Barur?
Barur has a total population of 3,262, including 1,655 males and 1,607 females.
How many households are there in Barur?
There are 629 households in Barur.
What is the literacy rate in Barur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barur is 59.10%. Male literacy is 66.04% and female literacy is 51.96%.