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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Koor village has a total population of 3,272 people, consisting of 1,681 males and 1,591 females. The village has 743 households and a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males. There are 319 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,436 literate and 836 illiterate residents. Additionally, 485 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Koor are given below:
| 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 | - | 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 gram panchayat of Koor?
Koor is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Koor?
The pincode of Koor is 416209.
What is the population of Koor?
Koor has a total population of 3,272, including 1,681 males and 1,591 females.
How many households are there in Koor?
There are 743 households in Koor.
What is the literacy rate in Koor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Koor is 74.45%. Male literacy is 79.83% and female literacy is 68.76%.