Sarola - Ausa, Latur
Sarola is a village situated in the Ausa tehsil of Latur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ausa and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Latur. Sarola village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarola is 560648. The village covers a total geographical area of 1907.74 hectares and falls under the 413520 pincode. Ausa is the nearest town, located about 23 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 Ausa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Osmanabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sarola
As per Census 2011, Sarola village has a total population of 2,237 people, consisting of 1,165 males and 1,072 females. The village has 508 households and a sex ratio of 920 females per 1,000 males. There are 300 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,448 literate and 789 illiterate residents. Additionally, 310 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sarola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,237 | 1,165 | 1,072 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 300 | 147 | 153 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 310 | 169 | 141 |
| Literate Population | 1,448 | 844 | 604 |
| Illiterate Population | 789 | 321 | 468 |
Nearby Villages of Sarola
Sarola 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Yerandi | North-West | 2.34 km |
| Jainagar | South | 3.64 km |
| Kinithot | South-East | 3.76 km |
| Kanheri | South-West | 4.26 km |
| Khuntegaon | North | 4.33 km |
| Bhangewadi | East | 4.69 km |
| Yakatpur | South-West | 4.76 km |
| Selu | North-West | 4.82 km |
| Dagadwadi | East | 5.79 km |
| Apchunda | South | 5.91 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sarola
Public transport in the Sarola is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Harangul, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 78.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ausa to Sarola is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Latur to Sarola is about 20 km, with the usual travel time 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 <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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 <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Sarola
Where is Sarola located?
Sarola village is located in Ausa Tehsil, Latur district, Maharashtra, 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 413520.
What is the population of Sarola?
Sarola has a total population of 2,237, including 1,165 males and 1,072 females.
How many households are there in Sarola?
There are 508 households in Sarola.
What is the literacy rate in Sarola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarola is 64.73%. Male literacy is 72.45% and female literacy is 56.34%.