Sarola - Pandhana, Khandwa (East Nimar)
Sarola is a village situated in the Pandhana tehsil of Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pandhana and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Khandwa. Sarola village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarola is 506115. The village covers a total geographical area of 783.03 hectares and falls under the 450661 pincode. Khandwa is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Sarola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pandhana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khandwa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sarola
According to the 2011 Census, Sarola village had a total population of 2,119 people, including 1,113 males and 1,006 females, living in 472 households. The sex ratio was 904 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.20%, with male literacy at 76.56% and female literacy at 56.84%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 400.
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 | 2,119 | 1,113 | 1,006 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 317 | 166 | 151 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 400 | 204 | 196 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,211 | 725 | 486 |
| Illiterate Population | 908 | 388 | 520 |
Nearby Villages of Sarola
Sarola is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Sarola
Sarola is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Sarola.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Khandwa to Sarola 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 Sarola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarola 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sarola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarola 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Sarola
Where is Sarola located?
Sarola village is located in Pandhana Tehsil, Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sarola?
Sarola is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sarola?
The pincode of Sarola is 450661.
What is the population of Sarola?
Sarola had a total population of 2,119, including 1,113 males and 1,006 females.
How many households are there in Sarola?
Sarola had 472 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sarola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarola was 67.20%. Male literacy was 76.56% and female literacy was 56.84%.