Shengaon - Bhudargad, Kolhapur
Shengaon is a village situated in the Bhudargad tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gargoti and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Shengaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shengaon is 567808. The village covers a total geographical area of 778 hectares and falls under the 416209 pincode. Murgud is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Shengaon 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 Shengaon
As per Census 2011, Shengaon village has a total population of 3,177 people, consisting of 1,593 males and 1,584 females. The village has 699 households and a sex ratio of 994 females per 1,000 males. There are 313 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,313 literate and 864 illiterate residents. Additionally, 548 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 26 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shengaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,177 | 1,593 | 1,584 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 313 | 158 | 155 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 548 | 271 | 277 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 26 | 12 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 2,313 | 1,282 | 1,031 |
| Illiterate Population | 864 | 311 | 553 |
Nearby Villages of Shengaon
Shengaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Devakewadi | North-West | 1.95 km |
| Nishnap | South-West | 2.43 km |
| Akurde | North-East | 2.58 km |
| Karadwadi | South | 3.34 km |
| Maharwadi | North | 3.78 km |
| Madur | South-East | 3.90 km |
| Phanaswadi | East | 3.98 km |
| Pardewadi | South-West | 4.17 km |
| Girgaon | North-West | 4.45 km |
| Bhativade | North | 4.55 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shengaon
Shengaon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Kankavali, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Murgud to Shengaon is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kolhapur to Shengaon is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shengaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shengaon 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 Shengaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shengaon 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shengaon
Where is Shengaon located?
Shengaon village is located in Bhudargad Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shengaon?
Shengaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shengaon?
The pincode of Shengaon is 416209.
What is the population of Shengaon?
Shengaon has a total population of 3,177, including 1,593 males and 1,584 females.
How many households are there in Shengaon?
There are 699 households in Shengaon.
What is the literacy rate in Shengaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shengaon is 72.80%. Male literacy is 80.48% and female literacy is 65.09%.