Deokandgaon - Ajra, Kolhapur
Deokandgaon is a village situated in the Ajra tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 33 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ajra and around 104 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Devkandgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Deokandgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Deokandgaon is 567907. The village covers a total geographical area of 781 hectares and falls under the 416505 pincode. Gadhinglaj is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Deokandgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Radhanagari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kolhapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Deokandgaon
As per Census 2011, Deokandgaon village has a total population of 873 people, consisting of 413 males and 460 females. The village has 195 households and a sex ratio of 1,113 females per 1,000 males. There are 88 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 560 literate and 313 illiterate residents. Additionally, 163 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Deokandgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 873 | 413 | 460 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 88 | 44 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 163 | 71 | 92 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 560 | 303 | 257 |
| Illiterate Population | 313 | 110 | 203 |
Nearby Villages of Deokandgaon
Deokandgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Vinayakwadi | South | 1.73 km |
| Koriwade | North-East | 2.43 km |
| Medhewadi | South-East | 2.70 km |
| Dabheel | South-West | 3.18 km |
| Karivade | West | 3.46 km |
| Devarde | North-West | 3.84 km |
| Harapwade | East | 3.89 km |
| Dewarde | South-East | 4.15 km |
| Dardewadi | South | 4.37 km |
| Megholi | North | 4.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Deokandgaon
Deokandgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kankavali, while the nearest airport is Belgaum Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gadhinglaj to Deokandgaon is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kolhapur to Deokandgaon is about 104 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Deokandgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Deokandgaon 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Deokandgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Deokandgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Deokandgaon
Where is Deokandgaon located?
Deokandgaon village is located in Ajra Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Deokandgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Deokandgaon is Devkandgaon.
What is the pincode of Deokandgaon?
The pincode of Deokandgaon is 416505.
What is the population of Deokandgaon?
Deokandgaon has a total population of 873, including 413 males and 460 females.
How many households are there in Deokandgaon?
There are 195 households in Deokandgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Deokandgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Deokandgaon is 64.15%. Male literacy is 73.37% and female literacy is 55.87%.