Sarkoli - Pandharpur, Solapur
Sarkoli is a village situated in the Pandharpur tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pandharpur and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Sarkoli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarkoli is 562394. The village covers a total geographical area of 2095 hectares and falls under the 413304 pincode. Pandharpur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Sarkoli 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 Sarkoli
As per Census 2011, Sarkoli village has a total population of 5,399 people, consisting of 2,827 males and 2,572 females. The village has 1,167 households and a sex ratio of 909 females per 1,000 males. There are 613 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,662 literate and 1,737 illiterate residents. Additionally, 753 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 86 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sarkoli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,399 | 2,827 | 2,572 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 613 | 333 | 280 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 753 | 380 | 373 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 86 | 49 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 3,662 | 2,094 | 1,568 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,737 | 733 | 1,004 |
Nearby Villages of Sarkoli
Sarkoli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Vite | North | 3.73 km |
| Ambechincholi | East | 3.79 km |
| Pohargaon | North-West | 3.88 km |
| Ozewadi | South-West | 3.97 km |
| Uchethan | South | 4.56 km |
| Shankargaon | East | 4.80 km |
| Ambe | West | 4.80 km |
| Nepatgaon | South-West | 5.55 km |
| Kharsoli | North-West | 5.91 km |
| Mudhavi | South | 5.92 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sarkoli
Sarkoli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Babhulgoan, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pandharpur to Sarkoli is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Sarkoli is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sarkoli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarkoli 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 Sarkoli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarkoli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sarkoli
Where is Sarkoli located?
Sarkoli village is located in Pandharpur Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sarkoli?
Sarkoli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sarkoli?
The pincode of Sarkoli is 413304.
What is the population of Sarkoli?
Sarkoli has a total population of 5,399, including 2,827 males and 2,572 females.
How many households are there in Sarkoli?
There are 1,167 households in Sarkoli.
What is the literacy rate in Sarkoli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarkoli is 67.83%. Male literacy is 74.07% and female literacy is 60.96%.