Sarasohol - Wada, Palghar
Sarasohol is a village situated in the Wada tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 7 km from Vada and around 69 km from Thane. Sarasohal serves as the Village Panchayat for Sarasohol village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarasohol is 552078. The village covers a total geographical area of 173 hectares and falls under the 421303 pincode. Palghar is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Sarasohol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhiwandi Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhiwandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sarasohol
According to the 2011 Census, Sarasohol village had a total population of 349 people, including 180 males and 169 females, living in 79 households. The sex ratio was 939 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.08%, with male literacy at 83.01% and female literacy at 66.89%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 161.
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 | 349 | 180 | 169 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 27 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 161 | 81 | 80 |
| Literate Population | 226 | 127 | 99 |
| Illiterate Population | 123 | 53 | 70 |
Nearby Villages of Sarasohol
Sarasohol 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 Sarasohol
Sarasohol is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Palghar to Sarasohol is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Sarasohol is about 69 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sarasohol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarasohol 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sarasohol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarasohol 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sarasohol
Where is Sarasohol located?
Sarasohol village is located in Wada Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Sarasohol?
The Village Panchayat of Sarasohol is Sarasohal.
What is the pincode of Sarasohol?
The pincode of Sarasohol is 421303.
What is the population of Sarasohol?
Sarasohol had a total population of 349, including 180 males and 169 females.
How many households are there in Sarasohol?
Sarasohol had 79 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sarasohol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarasohol was 75.08%. Male literacy was 83.01% and female literacy was 66.89%.