Kolgaon
Kolgaon is a village located in Bhadgaon tehsil of Jalgaon district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Bhadgaon (tehsildar office) and 95km away from district headquarter Jalgaon. As per 2009 stats, Kolgaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kolgaon unique in its vibrant Bhadgaon-Jalgaon region. You’ll see Kolgaon’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kolgaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kolgaon is 527670. The village spans a total geographical area of 497 hectares. Pachora is nearest town to Kolgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kolgaon village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Pachora Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the pachora Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kolgaon
Population of Kolgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Kolgaon has a total population of about 3,282, with approximately 1,711 males and 1,571 females. The sex ratio is around 918 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 487 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 390 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 454. The overall literacy rate is approximately 65.17%, with male literacy at about 72.18% and female literacy near 57.54%. There are around 730 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kolgaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,282 | 1,711 | 1,571 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 487 | 280 | 207 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 390 | 202 | 188 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 454 | 235 | 219 |
| Literate Population | 2,139 | 1,235 | 904 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,143 | 476 | 667 |
Connectivity of Kolgaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kolgaon. As per the 2011 stats, Kolgaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kolgaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Kolgaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kolgaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kolgaon
- Where is Kolgaon located?
- Kolgaon village is situated in Bhadgaon Tehsil, within the Jalgaon district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kolgaon?
- Kolgaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Kolgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kolgaon is 3,282, with 1,711 males and 1,571 females.
- How many households are there in Kolgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kolgaon village has a total of 730 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kolgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kolgaon is 65.17%. The male literacy rate is 72.18%, while the female literacy rate is 57.54%.