Karjal - Mangalvedhe, Solapur
Karjal is a village situated in the Mangalvedhe tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mangalvedhe and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Katralkarjal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karjal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karjal is 562684. The village covers a total geographical area of 455.41 hectares and falls under the 413319 pincode. Mangalvedhe is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Karjal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pandharpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Solapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karjal
According to the 2011 Census, Karjal village had a total population of 682 people, including 369 males and 313 females, living in 125 households. The sex ratio was 848 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.30%, with male literacy at 65.05% and female literacy at 48.41%.
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 | 682 | 369 | 313 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 141 | 80 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 310 | 188 | 122 |
| Illiterate Population | 372 | 181 | 191 |
Nearby Villages of Karjal
Karjal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kagasht | North | 1.94 km |
| Katral | West | 2.02 km |
| Shiradon | South | 2.95 km |
| Diksal | North-West | 3.27 km |
| Malewadi | South-West | 3.79 km |
| Revathagaon | East | 4.04 km |
| Yedrav | West | 4.67 km |
| Lamantanda | North | 5.03 km |
| Soddi | South | 5.72 km |
| Hala Halli | South-East | 5.73 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karjal
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Karjal. The nearest railway station is Chorgi, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.4 km.
| 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 Mangalvedhe to Karjal is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Karjal 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 Karjal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karjal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Karjal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karjal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karjal
Where is Karjal located?
Karjal village is located in Mangalvedhe Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karjal?
The Gram Panchayat of Karjal is Katralkarjal.
What is the pincode of Karjal?
The pincode of Karjal is 413319.
What is the population of Karjal?
Karjal had a total population of 682, including 369 males and 313 females.
How many households are there in Karjal?
Karjal had 125 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karjal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karjal was 57.30%. Male literacy was 65.05% and female literacy was 48.41%.