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CHAPTER V

PROFILE OF THE STUDY AREA

CHAPTER V PROFILE OF STUDY AREA

5.1 Profile of Maharashtra 5.2 Profile of Pune 5.3 Profile of Solapur 5.4 Profile of Sangli and Miraj 5.5 Profile of Kolhapur 5.6 Profile of Satara

PROFILE OFSTUDY AREA

5.1 Profile of Maharashtra:

5.1 Map of Maharashtra

Maharashtra Located in the western part of India. It is the third largest state in the country. The state covers an area of 301713 sq km. Maharashtra shares its borders with the state of Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgad, Telangana, Karnataka, Goa and the union Territory of Dadra and Nagar Haveli. Maharashtra is divided into six divisions, Aurangabad Division, Amravati Division, Konkan Division, Nagpur Division, Nashik Division and Pune division. Maharashtra is the one of the largest contributor to India’s National Industrial output. Maharashtra has a rich history which dates back to many centuries. There are numerous places to visit in this state some of them include Lonavala, Khandala, Matheran, Panchgani, Mahabaleshwar, Ajanta and Elora, Elephanta caves and Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus. Road connectivity is so good because Number of National Highway’s and state highways pass through this state. The literacy rate is 81 %. Marathi is the official language while ltindi and English spoken widely.

5.2 Profile of Pune:

5.2 Map of Pune

Pune is city located in western India. It is the second largest city in the state after the Mumbai. The city is known as ‘Queen of the Deccan’. The city is situated around 1,837 feet above sea level. It is centre for business and academia. It is combination of spirituality, capitalism and history. It is a prime location for manufacturing and IT sectors and also emerged as a new start-up hub in recent years. International level Meditation Resort is located in Pune. There are various 5 star, 3 star Hotels and also International standard hotels provide services.

TABLE NO.5.1 Major Tourist Places in Pune and nearby Pune

Sr. Major Tourist Places near Sr. Major Tourist Places in Pune No. Pune No. 1 Lonavala 1 Oshao Ashram 2 Raigad 2 Saras Bag 3 Trimbakeshwar 3 Shaniwar Wada 4 Lavasa 4 Parvati Hill 5 Malshej Gat 5 Bund Garden 6 Alibag 6 Dagadusheth Halwai Ganapati Tepal 7 Mahabaleshwar 7 Raja Dinkar Kelkar Museum 8 Diveagar 8 Vishrambaug wada Source: Primary Data When to Visit Pune Climate plays important role in Patten of tourist activities. The Climate of Pune district is generally not as well as cold. Most of tourists attract to the comfort climatic Zones. The year can be divided into three seasons in the district. 1. Hot weather Season / Summer Season (March to May):- The mean maximum temperature for March to May are 42.8 C to 43.3 C respectively tourist avoid visiting Pune during the peak summer day but number of medical tourist coming to hot climate. 2. Wet Weather Season / Rainy Season (June to October):- This season starts with mild to average rainfalls so most of tourists prefer this period. 3. Winter Season (November to February):- The temperature decrease during this season. It ranges from 12 C to 15 C most of the tourists prefer this period. This city has good connectivity with rail, road and air with most of the metropolitan cities of India Pune junction, Railway station International Airport.

TABLE NO. 5.2 Hospitals in Pune City Sr.No. Name of the Hospital 1 Ruby Hospital 2 Sahyadri Specialty Hospital 3 Sancheti Hospital 4 Siddhi Hospital 5 The Apollo Clinic 6 Sasson Hospital 7 Naidu Hospital 8 Noble Hospital 9 Pune city Eye Hospital 10 Lotus Hospital 11 Chavan Hospital 12 KEM Hospital 13 Birajdar Hospital 14 Chavan Hospital 15 Metro Hospital 16 Ratna Hospital 17 Dinanath Mangeshkar Hospital Source: Primary Data

5.3 Profile of Solapur District

5.3 Map of Solapur

The city of Solapur is the district head quart. Solapur district is spread over an area of around 14,886 square kilometers. Solapur is one of the largest industrial towns of Maharashtra. Industries are located in Akkalkot Road, Hydrabad Road and MIDC Area. Majority of the industrial units are textile mills, oil mills, bidi factories, printing presses, sugar factories, cramp shafts industries, Dairy industries etc. and also 8000 power looms and 15,000 h and 100 ms in the city. Marathi is official language and Kannada is second largest spoken language in the district.

TABLE NO. 5.3 Major Tourist Places in Solapur and Nearby Solapur

Sr.No. Major Tourist Places In Solapur Sr. Major Tourist Places Nearby No. Solapur 1 Siddheshwar Temple 1 Pandharpur 2 Gadda yatra (fair) 2 Akkalkot 3 Ujani Dam 3 Nanaj 4 108 Lingas in various Temples 4 Kundalsangam 5 Karmala 6 Tuljapur Source: Primary Data When to visit:- Solapur has a tropical climate with hot summer and pleasant winter season Solapur district is religious importance. Solapur district is situated on the borders of Maharashtra, Andhra and Karnataka. Solapur is well connected with neighboring major cities in Maharashtra like Pune Sangli. It is well connected by road ways and railways. The city is connected with Karnataka by four national highways. Tourist’s ideal time for traveling to Solapur is between the months of October and February.

TABLE NO.5.4 Major Hospitals in Solapur City

Sr.No. Name of the Hospital 1. Yashodhara Super Specialty Hospital 2. Ashini Malti super Specialty Hospital 3. Pradhan Eye Hospital 4. Shobha Nursing Home 5. City Hospital 6. Chitale Hospital 7. CNC Hospital 8. Nanrneet Hospital 9. Tubal Hospital 10. Aadhar Hospital 11. Dama Hospital

12. Raghoji Kidney Hospital 13. Valsangakar Hospital 14. Gangamai Hospital 15. Unique Hospital 16. Span Rediatric andNeonatal Critical care 17. Kothadia Nursing Home Source: Primary Data 5.4 Profile of Sangli-Miraj:

5.4 Map of Sangli

Sangli is the administrative headquarter of Sangli district. It is known as “Sugar Belt” of Maharashtra. Sangli has a rich historical background and cultured heritage. People often refer to Sangli district as the heaven of farmers. Miraj is one of the big cities in Sangli district. It is located in the western part of Maharashtra. It is bounded with Satara and Solapur districts to the north, Bijapur District (Karnataka) to the east, Kolhapur and Belgaum district to the south and Ratnagiri district to the west.

TABLE NO.5.5 Sangali-Miraj City Tourist Places

Sr.No. Name of the Place 1. Ganapati Temple 2. Sangli Forth 3. Chandoli National Park 4. Dandoba Hills forest 5. Sagareshwar wild life sanctuary 6. Audumber 7. Bahuballi Hill Temple (Kumbhojgiri) 8. Narsobawadi 9. Khandoba of Deshing Source: Primary Data

TABLE NO.5.6 Hospitals in Sangli-Miraj City

Sr.No. Name of the Hospital

1) Bharati Hospital

2) Wanless Mission Hospital

3) Kullolli Hospital

4) Birnale Hospitals

5) Nandeep Hospital

6) Bomaj Hospital

7) Bhakti clinic

8) Sanjeev Neuron Surgical Centre

9) Ashwini clinic

10) Vishrambag Hospital, Sangli.

11) Jadhav Super speciality Hospital, Miraj.

12) Peramsheeti hospital, Miraj.

13) Dr. Bhalchandra Patil Orthopedic Hospital.

14) Siddhivinayak cancer Hospital, Miraj

15) Aaditya hospital Sangli

16) Dr. Ravikant N. Patil Hospital

17) Pratibha Digestive and Endoscopy Centre

18) Dr. Sanjeev Kulkarni Hospital

19) Navajeevan Hospital

Source: Primary Data

5.5 Profile of Kolhapur:

5.5 Map of Kolhapur

Kolhapur is strong historical background. It is the district headquarters of Kolhapur district. The city is situated on the banks of river Panchaganga. It is known as ‘Dakshin kashi’. People also called Karveer Nagari. Chatrapati Shahu Maharaj is the architect and founder of modern Kolhapur. Kolhapur is one of most agricultural advanced district in Maharashtra and also leading in agro-based industries. It is leading and shining example in the co-operative movement of India.

The geographical space of the district is of 7,746.40 Sq. kms. It is 2.5 % of the total area of Maharashtra. The climate of the district is narrow range between 100C to 300 C. So summer is comparatively cooler than other district. Tourism is another source of revenue to native people. 3 million visitors visit every year. Mahalakshmi Temple is ancient temple and most attractive destination.

Kolhapur has number of tourist sites following are tourist sites.

TABLE NO.5.7 Major Tourist Places in Kolhapur and Nearby Kolhapur

Sr. Major Tourist Places in Sr. No Major Tourist Places near No. Kolhapur kolhapur 1 Mahalakshmi Temple 1 Pannala 2 Chatrapati sahu museum 2 Vishalgad fort 3 Rankala lake 3 Bhudargad 4 Jyotiba Temple 4 Paurgad 5 Old palaces 5 Kaneri Math 6 Town Hall Museum 6 Rautwadi waterfall 7 Bhavani Mandap 7 Dajipur wildlife Sanctuary 8 Top 9 Kopeshwar Temple 10 Ramling cares Temple, Palsambe. Source: Primary data

TABLE NO.5.8 Hospitals in Kolhapur city

1. Apple Hospitals and Research Institute 2. Prabhu clinic (cosmetic) Ltd. 3. City Hospital 4. Vasun Eye care Hospital 5. Apex II 6. Swastik Hospital 7. Lokmanya Hospital Pvt. Ltd. 8. Cpr Hospital I 9. Lotus Hospital 10. North Star super specialty Hospital 11. Siddhivinayak Heart Hospital 12. Hridaya cancer Hospital 13. Pristine women’s Hospital. 14. Awalekar Hospital 15. Krishna Hospital 16. Aadhar Nursing Home. 17. Wiins Hospital 18. Source: primary data

5.6 Profile of Satara

5.6 Map of Satara District

The Satara district lies in Southern Maharashtra. Satara District is rich history, culture and picturesque landscapes. It spread across an area of almost 10484 square kilometers. Panchgani, Mahabaleshwar, Karad, Wai, Koregaon and Koyananager are the chief towns of Satara district. The climate of the Satara district is monsoon type. The Satara district has a good network of transport through rail and roads. In 2011 census Satara district has a population of 3,003,741. There are various prime tourist destinations in the district. Mahabaleshwar and Panchgani is one of the most beautiful hill stations of India. Satara has number of tourist sites. Following are tourist sites.

TABLE NO.5.9 Major Tourist Places in Satara and nearby Satara

Sr. No. Major Tourist Places in Sr.No. Major Tourist Places nearby Satara Satara 1 Shivaji Museum 1 Panchgani 2 Ajinkyatra fort 2 Mahabaleshwar 3 Kas lake 3 Khandala 4 Thosegharh water fall 4 Nandgiri kalyangad fort 5 Koyana Dam 5 Sajiangad fort 6 Koyana wildlife sanctuary 6 Shri. Bhaani museum, Aundh. 7 Majani Bird 8 Valmiki table land

TABLE NO. 5.10 Hospitals in Satara city

Sr. No. Name of the Hospital 1. Howale Hospital, Satara. 2. Morya Hospital, Satara. 3. Samartha Hospitals Pvt. Ltd, Satara. 4. Patil Hospital, Satara. 5. Meenakshi Multi speciality Hospital, Satara. 6. Thoke ENT Hospital and Research Centre, Satara. 7. Gosavi Hospital, Satara. 8. Bhakare Hospital, Satara. 9. Sahyadri super specialty. Source Primary Data 84