Mangaon - Chandgad, Kolhapur
Mangaon is a village situated in the Chandgad tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 39 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandgad and around 119 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Mangaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mangaon is 568122. The village covers a total geographical area of 798 hectares and falls under the 416507 pincode. Belgaum(karnataka) is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Mangaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chiplun Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mangaon
As per Census 2011, Mangaon village has a total population of 3,721 people, consisting of 1,841 males and 1,880 females. The village has 810 households and a sex ratio of 1,021 females per 1,000 males. There are 360 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,341 literate and 1,380 illiterate residents. Additionally, 482 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 11 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mangaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,721 | 1,841 | 1,880 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 360 | 192 | 168 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 482 | 233 | 249 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 2,341 | 1,326 | 1,015 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,380 | 515 | 865 |
Nearby Villages of Mangaon
Mangaon is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Mangaon
Public transport in the Mangaon is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Belgaum(karnataka) to Mangaon is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kolhapur to Mangaon is about 119 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mangaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mangaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mangaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mangaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mangaon
Where is Mangaon located?
Mangaon village is located in Chandgad Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mangaon?
Mangaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mangaon?
The pincode of Mangaon is 416507.
What is the population of Mangaon?
Mangaon has a total population of 3,721, including 1,841 males and 1,880 females.
How many households are there in Mangaon?
There are 810 households in Mangaon.
What is the literacy rate in Mangaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mangaon is 62.91%. Male literacy is 72.03% and female literacy is 53.99%.