Polgaon - Ajra, Kolhapur
Polgaon is a village situated in the Ajra tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ajra and around 97 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Polgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Polgaon is 567959. The village covers a total geographical area of 500 hectares and falls under the 416505 pincode. Gadhinglaj is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Polgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chandgad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kolhapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Polgaon
As per Census 2011, Polgaon village has a total population of 1,281 people, consisting of 626 males and 655 females. The village has 310 households and a sex ratio of 1,046 females per 1,000 males. There are 115 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 782 literate and 499 illiterate residents. Additionally, 132 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Polgaon are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Polgaon
Polgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kasar Kandgaon | North-East | 2.03 km |
| Erandol | South | 2.12 km |
| Deulwadi | North-West | 2.17 km |
| Jeur | East | 2.24 km |
| Khanapur | North | 2.39 km |
| Satewadi | South-West | 3.11 km |
| Chitale | South-East | 3.39 km |
| Ite | North-West | 3.43 km |
| Murude | North-East | 3.82 km |
| Chafavade | East | 3.82 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Polgaon
Public transport in the Polgaon is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Belgaum, while the nearest airport is Belgaum Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.9 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 Polgaon is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kolhapur to Polgaon is about 97 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Polgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Polgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Polgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Polgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Polgaon
Where is Polgaon located?
Polgaon village is located in Ajra Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Polgaon?
Polgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Polgaon?
The pincode of Polgaon is 416505.
What is the population of Polgaon?
Polgaon has a total population of 1,281, including 626 males and 655 females.
How many households are there in Polgaon?
There are 310 households in Polgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Polgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Polgaon is 61.05%. Male literacy is 69.49% and female literacy is 52.98%.