Ankoli - Mohol, Solapur
Ankoli is a village situated in the Mohol tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mohol and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Ankoli village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ankoli is 562267. The village covers a total geographical area of 2012.99 hectares and falls under the 413253 pincode. Pandharpur is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Ankoli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mohol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Solapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ankoli
According to the 2011 Census, Ankoli village had a total population of 3,873 people, including 2,014 males and 1,859 females, living in 869 households. The sex ratio was 923 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.11%, with male literacy at 87.79% and female literacy at 71.85%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 718, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 6.
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 | 3,873 | 2,014 | 1,859 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 429 | 229 | 200 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 718 | 382 | 336 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 2,759 | 1,567 | 1,192 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,114 | 447 | 667 |
Nearby Villages of Ankoli
Ankoli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pulujwadi | South | 2.76 km |
| Warkute | North | 2.77 km |
| Aundhi | East | 3.61 km |
| Puluj | West | 4.17 km |
| Kothale | South-East | 4.71 km |
| Shejbabhulgaon | North-East | 4.79 km |
| Shankargaon | South-West | 5.08 km |
| Takali (sikandar) | North-West | 5.54 km |
| Saundane | North | 5.60 km |
| Nali | South | 6.57 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ankoli
Ankoli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Mundhewadi, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 29.4 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 Pandharpur to Ankoli is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Ankoli is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ankoli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ankoli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ankoli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ankoli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ankoli
Where is Ankoli located?
Ankoli village is located in Mohol Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Ankoli?
Ankoli is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ankoli?
The pincode of Ankoli is 413253.
What is the population of Ankoli?
Ankoli had a total population of 3,873, including 2,014 males and 1,859 females.
How many households are there in Ankoli?
Ankoli had 869 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ankoli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ankoli was 80.11%. Male literacy was 87.79% and female literacy was 71.85%.