Karole - Pandharpur, Solapur
Karole is a village situated in the Pandharpur tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pandharpur and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Karole village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karole is 562296. The village covers a total geographical area of 1319 hectares and falls under the 413112 pincode. Pandharpur is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Karole 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 Karole
As per Census 2011, Karole village has a total population of 3,385 people, consisting of 1,736 males and 1,649 females. The village has 670 households and a sex ratio of 949 females per 1,000 males. There are 468 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,890 literate and 1,495 illiterate residents. Additionally, 663 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 32 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karole are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,385 | 1,736 | 1,649 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 468 | 251 | 217 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 663 | 343 | 320 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 32 | 18 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 1,890 | 1,111 | 779 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,495 | 625 | 870 |
Nearby Villages of Karole
Karole 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lawang | North-West | 3.18 km |
| Mire | South | 3.27 km |
| Wagholi | North | 3.37 km |
| Umbare (velapur) | South-East | 4.06 km |
| Umbare | East | 4.64 km |
| Neware | South-East | 5.11 km |
| Ganeshgaon | North-West | 5.59 km |
| Kanhapuri | North-East | 5.89 km |
| Mahalung | West | 6.29 km |
| Babhulgaon | North | 6.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karole
Karole is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Modnimb, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 68.5 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 Karole is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Karole is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karole
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karole 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 Karole
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karole 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 Karole
Where is Karole located?
Karole village is located in Pandharpur Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karole?
Karole is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karole?
The pincode of Karole is 413112.
What is the population of Karole?
Karole has a total population of 3,385, including 1,736 males and 1,649 females.
How many households are there in Karole?
There are 670 households in Karole.
What is the literacy rate in Karole?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karole is 55.83%. Male literacy is 64.00% and female literacy is 47.24%.