Ajanale - Sangole, Solapur
Ajanale is a village situated in the Sangole tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sangole and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Ajanale village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ajanale is 562559. The village covers a total geographical area of 2227.74 hectares and falls under the 413308 pincode. Sangole is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Ajanale village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sangole Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ajanale
As per Census 2011, Ajanale village has a total population of 4,122 people, consisting of 2,096 males and 2,026 females. The village has 853 households and a sex ratio of 966 females per 1,000 males. There are 520 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,525 literate and 1,597 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,060 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ajanale are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,122 | 2,096 | 2,026 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 520 | 266 | 254 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,060 | 528 | 532 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,525 | 1,447 | 1,078 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,597 | 649 | 948 |
Nearby Villages of Ajanale
Ajanale 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Yelmar Mangewadi | South-East | 3.35 km |
| Ligadewadi | West | 3.45 km |
| Chinake | South | 4.64 km |
| Sonalwadi | North | 4.67 km |
| Vazare | South-West | 5.16 km |
| Kamalapur | East | 6.09 km |
| Bombewadi | West | 7.18 km |
| Bagalwadi | North | 7.25 km |
| Ambewadi | North-West | 7.34 km |
| Ankadhal | South | 7.62 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ajanale
Ajanale is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Wasud, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 72.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sangole to Ajanale is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Ajanale is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ajanale
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ajanale 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 Ajanale
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ajanale 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 Ajanale
Where is Ajanale located?
Ajanale village is located in Sangole Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ajanale?
Ajanale is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ajanale?
The pincode of Ajanale is 413308.
What is the population of Ajanale?
Ajanale has a total population of 4,122, including 2,096 males and 2,026 females.
How many households are there in Ajanale?
There are 853 households in Ajanale.
What is the literacy rate in Ajanale?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ajanale is 61.26%. Male literacy is 69.04% and female literacy is 53.21%.