Tirth - Solapur South, Solapur
Tirth is a village situated in the Solapur South tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from Solapur, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Tirth village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tirth is 562723. The village covers a total geographical area of 1144 hectares and falls under the 413228 pincode. Solapur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Tirth village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Akkalkot Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Solapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tirth
As per Census 2011, Tirth village has a total population of 1,984 people, consisting of 1,002 males and 982 females. The village has 360 households and a sex ratio of 980 females per 1,000 males. There are 260 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,186 literate and 798 illiterate residents. Additionally, 273 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 175 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tirth are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,984 | 1,002 | 982 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 260 | 136 | 124 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 273 | 149 | 124 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 175 | 86 | 89 |
| Literate Population | 1,186 | 678 | 508 |
| Illiterate Population | 798 | 324 | 474 |
Nearby Villages of Tirth
Tirth 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dindur | West | 2.95 km |
| Dombar-jawalge | North-East | 3.43 km |
| Chapalgaonwadi | South-East | 3.62 km |
| Wadgaon | North-West | 4.24 km |
| Barhanpur | East | 4.51 km |
| Valsang | South-West | 5.21 km |
| Chappalgaon | East | 5.69 km |
| Boregaon | North | 5.70 km |
| Dahitanewadi | South-East | 5.99 km |
| Akatnal | North-East | 6.06 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tirth
Public transport in the Tirth is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Tilati, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 15.7 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 Tirth is about 30 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 Tirth
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tirth 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Tirth
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tirth 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 Tirth
Where is Tirth located?
Tirth village is located in Solapur South Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tirth?
Tirth is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tirth?
The pincode of Tirth is 413228.
What is the population of Tirth?
Tirth has a total population of 1,984, including 1,002 males and 982 females.
How many households are there in Tirth?
There are 360 households in Tirth.
What is the literacy rate in Tirth?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tirth is 59.78%. Male literacy is 67.66% and female literacy is 51.73%.