Kholsar - Parola, Jalgaon
Kholsar is a village situated in the Parola tehsil of Jalgaon district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Parola and around 62.5 km from the district headquarters in Jalgaon. Kholasar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kholsar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kholsar is 527632. The village covers a total geographical area of 135.74 hectares and falls under the 425111 pincode. Parola is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Kholsar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Erandol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kholsar
As per Census 2011, Kholsar village has a total population of 647 people, consisting of 336 males and 311 females. The village has 112 households and a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males. There are 94 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 349 literate and 298 illiterate residents. Additionally, 105 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 34 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kholsar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 647 | 336 | 311 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 94 | 51 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 105 | 54 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 34 | 16 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 349 | 223 | 126 |
| Illiterate Population | 298 | 113 | 185 |
Nearby Villages of Kholsar
Kholsar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Morfali | North-East | 1.22 km |
| Waghare | South | 1.27 km |
| Kamatwadi | North-West | 1.68 km |
| Morfal | East | 2.20 km |
| Waghari | South-West | 2.86 km |
| Mehu | West | 3.14 km |
| Tehu | West | 3.21 km |
| Popatnagar | South-East | 3.62 km |
| Palaskhede Seem | East | 4.25 km |
| Mangrul | East | 4.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kholsar
Kholsar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bhone, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Parola to Kholsar is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalgaon to Kholsar is about 62.5 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kholsar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kholsar 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kholsar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kholsar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kholsar
Where is Kholsar located?
Kholsar village is located in Parola Tehsil, Jalgaon district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kholsar?
The Gram Panchayat of Kholsar is Kholasar.
What is the pincode of Kholsar?
The pincode of Kholsar is 425111.
What is the population of Kholsar?
Kholsar has a total population of 647, including 336 males and 311 females.
How many households are there in Kholsar?
There are 112 households in Kholsar.
What is the literacy rate in Kholsar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kholsar is 53.94%. Male literacy is 66.37% and female literacy is 40.51%.