Kasola - Mangrulpir, Washim
Kasola is a village situated in the Mangrulpir tehsil of Washim district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mangrulpir and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Washim. Kasola village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kasola is 530827. The village covers a total geographical area of 1970.53 hectares and falls under the 444403 pincode. Mangrulpir is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Kasola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Washim Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Yavatmal-Washim Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kasola
As per Census 2011, Kasola village has a total population of 2,602 people, consisting of 1,361 males and 1,241 females. The village has 607 households and a sex ratio of 911 females per 1,000 males. There are 344 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,889 literate and 713 illiterate residents. Additionally, 924 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kasola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,602 | 1,361 | 1,241 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 344 | 186 | 158 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 924 | 481 | 443 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,889 | 1,074 | 815 |
| Illiterate Population | 713 | 287 | 426 |
Nearby Villages of Kasola
Kasola 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dastapur | North-East | 3.21 km |
| Dhanora Kh. | East | 3.48 km |
| Saykheda | North | 3.56 km |
| Ramgaon | West | 3.78 km |
| Ichori | South-West | 3.94 km |
| Motsawanga | North-West | 4.37 km |
| Falegaon | South-East | 4.57 km |
| Masola Kh. | East | 4.62 km |
| Ambapur | North-East | 5.04 km |
| Sarsi | South | 5.20 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kasola
Kasola is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kata Road, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.2 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mangrulpir to Kasola is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Washim to Kasola is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kasola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kasola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kasola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kasola 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 <1 km |
FAQs about Kasola
Where is Kasola located?
Kasola village is located in Mangrulpir Tehsil, Washim district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kasola?
Kasola is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kasola?
The pincode of Kasola is 444403.
What is the population of Kasola?
Kasola has a total population of 2,602, including 1,361 males and 1,241 females.
How many households are there in Kasola?
There are 607 households in Kasola.
What is the literacy rate in Kasola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kasola is 72.60%. Male literacy is 78.91% and female literacy is 65.67%.