Koor - Bhudargad, Kolhapur
Koor is a village situated in the Bhudargad tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gargoti and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Koor village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Koor is 567752. The village covers a total geographical area of 485.9 hectares and falls under the 416209 pincode. Murgud is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Koor 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 Koor
According to the 2011 Census, Koor village had a total population of 3,272 people, including 1,681 males and 1,591 females, living in 743 households. The sex ratio was 946 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.49%, with male literacy at 89.11% and female literacy at 75.60%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 485, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,272 | 1,681 | 1,591 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 319 | 175 | 144 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 485 | 236 | 249 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,436 | 1,342 | 1,094 |
| Illiterate Population | 836 | 339 | 497 |
Nearby Villages of Koor
Koor 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Konvade | South-West | 1.27 km |
| Vhangutti | East | 1.44 km |
| Mudal | North | 1.59 km |
| Nadhavade | West | 2.02 km |
| Waghapur | East | 2.46 km |
| Nilpan | South-West | 3.30 km |
| Admapur | North | 3.38 km |
| Khaparewadi | West | 3.41 km |
| Madilge Kh. | South | 3.46 km |
| Madilge Bk. | South-East | 3.49 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Koor
Koor is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is C Shahu M Raj Kolhapur Term, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 26.7 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 Murgud to Koor is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kolhapur to Koor is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Koor
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Koor village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Koor
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Koor 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 Koor
Where is Koor located?
Koor village is located in Bhudargad Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Koor?
Koor is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Koor?
The pincode of Koor is 416209.
What is the population of Koor?
Koor had a total population of 3,272, including 1,681 males and 1,591 females.
How many households are there in Koor?
Koor had 743 households.
What is the literacy rate in Koor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Koor was 82.49%. Male literacy was 89.11% and female literacy was 75.60%.