Kola - Sangole, Solapur
Kola is a village situated in the Sangole tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 41 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sangole and around 125 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Kola village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kola is 562578. The village covers a total geographical area of 3832 hectares and falls under the 413314 pincode. Sangole is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Kola 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 Kola
As per Census 2011, Kola village has a total population of 8,940 people, consisting of 4,571 males and 4,369 females. The village has 1,566 households and a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,262 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,398 literate and 3,542 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,018 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 19 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,940 | 4,571 | 4,369 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,262 | 678 | 584 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,018 | 515 | 503 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 8 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 5,398 | 3,114 | 2,284 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,542 | 1,457 | 2,085 |
Nearby Villages of Kola
Kola 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Karadwadi | West | 3.71 km |
| Kombadwadi | South-West | 4.65 km |
| Goudwadi | North-East | 4.72 km |
| Tippehali | South | 4.74 km |
| Patrewadi | North-West | 4.97 km |
| Junoni | East | 5.35 km |
| Kalubaluwadi | South-East | 6.18 km |
| Talewadi | West | 7.21 km |
| Kidebisari | South | 7.22 km |
| Malewadi | North-West | 7.46 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kola
Kola is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Gulvanchi, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 74.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sangole to Kola is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Kola is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kola 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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kola
Where is Kola located?
Kola village is located in Sangole Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kola?
Kola is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kola?
The pincode of Kola is 413314.
What is the population of Kola?
Kola has a total population of 8,940, including 4,571 males and 4,369 females.
How many households are there in Kola?
There are 1,566 households in Kola.
What is the literacy rate in Kola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kola is 60.38%. Male literacy is 68.13% and female literacy is 52.28%.