Kole - Karad, Satara
Kole is a village situated in the Karad tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karad and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Kole village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kole is 564591. The village covers a total geographical area of 646 hectares and falls under the 415103 pincode. Karad is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Kole village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karad South Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Satara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kole
As per Census 2011, Kole village has a total population of 4,657 people, consisting of 2,376 males and 2,281 females. The village has 1,031 households and a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males. There are 447 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,698 literate and 959 illiterate residents. Additionally, 371 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kole are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,657 | 2,376 | 2,281 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 447 | 230 | 217 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 371 | 193 | 178 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 3,698 | 1,954 | 1,744 |
| Illiterate Population | 959 | 422 | 537 |
Nearby Villages of Kole
Kole 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 Kole
Kole is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karad to Kole is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Kole is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kole
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kole village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kole
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kole village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Kole
Where is Kole located?
Kole village is located in Karad Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kole?
Kole is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kole?
The pincode of Kole is 415103.
What is the population of Kole?
Kole has a total population of 4,657, including 2,376 males and 2,281 females.
How many households are there in Kole?
There are 1,031 households in Kole.
What is the literacy rate in Kole?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kole is 79.41%. Male literacy is 82.24% and female literacy is 76.46%.