Saroli - Ajra, Kolhapur
Saroli is a village situated in the Ajra tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ajra and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Saroli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saroli is 567927. The village covers a total geographical area of 258 hectares and falls under the 416504 pincode. Gadhinglaj is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Saroli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chandgad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kolhapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saroli
As per Census 2011, Saroli village has a total population of 1,323 people, consisting of 617 males and 706 females. The village has 307 households and a sex ratio of 1,144 females per 1,000 males. There are 108 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 916 literate and 407 illiterate residents. Additionally, 215 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Saroli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,323 | 617 | 706 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 108 | 60 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 215 | 89 | 126 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 916 | 464 | 452 |
| Illiterate Population | 407 | 153 | 254 |
Nearby Villages of Saroli
Saroli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ningudage | South | 1.43 km |
| Ainapur | North-East | 2.15 km |
| Hirlage | North-West | 2.19 km |
| Kaulge | North | 2.20 km |
| Gajargaon | South-East | 2.24 km |
| Kowade | South-West | 2.75 km |
| Bhadawanwadi | West | 2.88 km |
| Kanoli | South | 3.11 km |
| Harur | South-East | 3.33 km |
| Khoratwadi | West | 3.69 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Saroli
Public transport in the Saroli is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Pachhapur, while the nearest airport is Belgaum Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.9 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 Saroli is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kolhapur to Saroli is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saroli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saroli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Saroli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saroli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Saroli
Where is Saroli located?
Saroli village is located in Ajra Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saroli?
Saroli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Saroli?
The pincode of Saroli is 416504.
What is the population of Saroli?
Saroli has a total population of 1,323, including 617 males and 706 females.
How many households are there in Saroli?
There are 307 households in Saroli.
What is the literacy rate in Saroli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saroli is 69.24%. Male literacy is 75.20% and female literacy is 64.02%.