Polgaon
Polgaon is a village located in Ajra tehsil of Kolhapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 28km away from sub-district headquarter Ajra (tehsildar office) and 97km away from district headquarter Kolhapur. As per 2009 stats, Polgaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Polgaon has its own place in the vibrant Kolhapur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Polgaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Polgaon is 567959. The village spans a total geographical area of 500 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 416505. Gadhinglaj is nearest town to Polgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Polgaon 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 Chandgad Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kolhapur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Polgaon
Population of Polgaon
Below is a concise population overview of Polgaon as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,281 | 626 | 655 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 115 | 69 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 132 | 72 | 60 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 782 | 435 | 347 |
| Illiterate Population | 499 | 191 | 308 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Polgaon village:
- The total population of Polgaon village is around 1,281, including approximately 626 males and 655 females, with a sex ratio of 1046 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 115 children aged 0–6 years in Polgaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Polgaon village has 132 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 4 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Polgaon village is about 61.05%, with male literacy at 69.49% and female literacy at 52.98%.
- There are around 310 households in Polgaon village.
Connectivity of Polgaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Polgaon. As per the 2011 stats, Polgaon 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Polgaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Polgaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Polgaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Polgaon
- Where is Polgaon located?
- Polgaon village is situated in Ajra Tehsil, within the Kolhapur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Polgaon?
- Polgaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Polgaon?
- The pincode of Polgaon is 416505, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Polgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Polgaon is 1,281, with 626 males and 655 females.
- How many households are there in Polgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Polgaon village has a total of 310 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Polgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Polgaon is 61.05%. The male literacy rate is 69.49%, while the female literacy rate is 52.98%.