Kauthe - Shrigonda, Ahilyanagar
Kauthe is a village situated in the Shrigonda tehsil of Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from Shrigonda and around 80 km from Ahmadnagar. Kautha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kauthe village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kauthe is 558506. The village covers a total geographical area of 1108 hectares and falls under the 414701 pincode. Shrigonda is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Kauthe village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shrigonda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ahmednagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kauthe
As per Census 2011, Kauthe village has a total population of 2,643 people, consisting of 1,360 males and 1,283 females. The village has 494 households and a sex ratio of 943 females per 1,000 males. There are 320 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,901 literate and 742 illiterate residents. Additionally, 410 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 69 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kauthe are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,643 | 1,360 | 1,283 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 320 | 170 | 150 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 410 | 204 | 206 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 69 | 37 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 1,901 | 1,050 | 851 |
| Illiterate Population | 742 | 310 | 432 |
Nearby Villages of Kauthe
Kauthe is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kauthe
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kauthe. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Kauthe.
| 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 Shrigonda to Kauthe is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ahmadnagar to Kauthe is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kauthe
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kauthe village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kauthe
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kauthe village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kauthe
Where is Kauthe located?
Kauthe village is located in Shrigonda Tehsil, Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kauthe?
The Gram Panchayat of Kauthe is Kautha.
What is the pincode of Kauthe?
The pincode of Kauthe is 414701.
What is the population of Kauthe?
Kauthe has a total population of 2,643, including 1,360 males and 1,283 females.
How many households are there in Kauthe?
There are 494 households in Kauthe.
What is the literacy rate in Kauthe?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kauthe is 71.93%. Male literacy is 77.21% and female literacy is 66.33%.