Kautgaon - Vaijapur, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar
Kautgaon is a village situated in the Vaijapur tehsil of Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from Vaijapur and around 80 km from Aurangabad. Tembhi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kautgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kautgaon is 549163. The village covers a total geographical area of 480 hectares and falls under the 423701 pincode. Vaijapur is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Kautgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vaijapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aurangabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kautgaon
As per Census 2011, Kautgaon village has a total population of 443 people, consisting of 234 males and 209 females. The village has 88 households and a sex ratio of 893 females per 1,000 males. There are 74 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 266 literate and 177 illiterate residents. Additionally, 117 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 68 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kautgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 443 | 234 | 209 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 45 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 117 | 65 | 52 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 68 | 32 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 266 | 159 | 107 |
| Illiterate Population | 177 | 75 | 102 |
Nearby Villages of Kautgaon
Kautgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tembhi | North-East | 2.94 km |
| Sirasgaon | North | 3.29 km |
| Jategaon | South-East | 3.57 km |
| Nadi | West | 3.84 km |
| Chandegaon | South | 4.00 km |
| Murshadpur | North-West | 4.97 km |
| Panvi Bk. | East | 5.57 km |
| Dagpimpalgaon | South-West | 5.61 km |
| Virgaon | North-West | 5.85 km |
| Hanumantgaon | North | 6.47 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kautgaon
Public transport in the Kautgaon is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Puntamba, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vaijapur to Kautgaon is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Aurangabad to Kautgaon 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 Kautgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kautgaon 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 Kautgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kautgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kautgaon
Where is Kautgaon located?
Kautgaon village is located in Vaijapur Tehsil, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kautgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Kautgaon is Tembhi.
What is the pincode of Kautgaon?
The pincode of Kautgaon is 423701.
What is the population of Kautgaon?
Kautgaon has a total population of 443, including 234 males and 209 females.
How many households are there in Kautgaon?
There are 88 households in Kautgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Kautgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kautgaon is 60.05%. Male literacy is 67.95% and female literacy is 51.20%.