Pernoli Village - Ajra, Kolhapur
Pernoli is a village situated in the Ajra tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ajra and around 98 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Pernoli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pernoli is 567892. The village covers a total geographical area of 919 hectares and falls under the 416505 pincode. Gadhinglaj is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Pernoli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Radhanagari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kolhapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pernoli
As per Census 2011, Pernoli village has a total population of 2,265 people, consisting of 1,133 males and 1,132 females. The village has 489 households and a sex ratio of 999 females per 1,000 males. There are 201 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,525 literate and 740 illiterate residents. Additionally, 453 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pernoli are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,265 | 1,133 | 1,132 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 201 | 120 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 453 | 234 | 219 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,525 | 848 | 677 |
| Illiterate Population | 740 | 285 | 455 |
Nearby Villages of Pernoli
Pernoli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Harapwade | West | 1.59 km |
| Kurkunde | South | 2.14 km |
| Salgaon | South-East | 2.56 km |
| Sohale | East | 2.86 km |
| Koriwade | West | 3.08 km |
| Vazare | North-East | 3.17 km |
| Dewarde | South-West | 3.57 km |
| Bachi | East | 3.96 km |
| Parewadi | South-East | 4.17 km |
| Pethewadi | South | 4.38 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pernoli
Pernoli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Belgaum, while the nearest airport is Belgaum Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 43.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gadhinglaj to Pernoli is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kolhapur to Pernoli is about 98 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pernoli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pernoli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Pernoli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pernoli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pernoli
Where is Pernoli located?
Pernoli village is located in Ajra Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pernoli?
Pernoli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pernoli?
The pincode of Pernoli is 416505.
What is the population of Pernoli?
Pernoli has a total population of 2,265, including 1,133 males and 1,132 females.
How many households are there in Pernoli?
There are 489 households in Pernoli.
What is the literacy rate in Pernoli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pernoli is 67.33%. Male literacy is 74.85% and female literacy is 59.81%.