Kolgaon - Shrigonda, Ahilyanagar
Kolgaon is a village situated in the Shrigonda tehsil of Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 27 km from Shrigonda and around 35 km from Ahmadnagar. Kolgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kolgaon is 558435. The village covers a total geographical area of 6230 hectares and falls under the 413728 pincode. Shrigonda is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Kolgaon 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 Kolgaon
As per Census 2011, Kolgaon village has a total population of 9,276 people, consisting of 4,816 males and 4,460 females. The village has 2,026 households and a sex ratio of 926 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,081 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 6,511 literate and 2,765 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,081 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 274 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kolgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,276 | 4,816 | 4,460 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,081 | 599 | 482 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,081 | 553 | 528 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 274 | 154 | 120 |
| Literate Population | 6,511 | 3,713 | 2,798 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,765 | 1,103 | 1,662 |
Nearby Villages of Kolgaon
Kolgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lagadwadi | North-West | 4.21 km |
| Bhapkarwadi | North-East | 4.58 km |
| Kothul | East | 4.77 km |
| Ghargaon | South-West | 5.48 km |
| Pandharewadi | North | 5.70 km |
| Mungusgaon | North-West | 6.25 km |
| Vethekarwadi | North | 6.49 km |
| Pimpalgaon Pisa | West | 6.97 km |
| Ghotawi | South | 7.19 km |
| Doraje | South-East | 7.27 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kolgaon
Public transport in the Kolgaon is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Visapur, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 62.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shrigonda to Kolgaon is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ahmadnagar to Kolgaon is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kolgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kolgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kolgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kolgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Kolgaon
Where is Kolgaon located?
Kolgaon village is located in Shrigonda Tehsil, Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kolgaon?
Kolgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kolgaon?
The pincode of Kolgaon is 413728.
What is the population of Kolgaon?
Kolgaon has a total population of 9,276, including 4,816 males and 4,460 females.
How many households are there in Kolgaon?
There are 2,026 households in Kolgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Kolgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kolgaon is 70.19%. Male literacy is 77.10% and female literacy is 62.74%.