Kaulge Village - Gadhinglaj, Kolhapur
Kaulge is a village situated in the Gadhinglaj tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gadhinglaj and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Koulage serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kaulge village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kaulge is 567977. The village covers a total geographical area of 496 hectares and falls under the 416526 pincode. Gadhinglaj is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Kaulge village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kagal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kolhapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kaulge
As per Census 2011, Kaulge village has a total population of 2,327 people, consisting of 1,158 males and 1,169 females. The village has 596 households and a sex ratio of 1,009 females per 1,000 males. There are 179 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,675 literate and 652 illiterate residents. Additionally, 189 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kaulge are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,327 | 1,158 | 1,169 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 179 | 102 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 189 | 101 | 88 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,675 | 946 | 729 |
| Illiterate Population | 652 | 212 | 440 |
Nearby Villages of Kaulge
Kaulge 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hirlage | South-West | 1.74 km |
| Saroli | South | 2.20 km |
| Karambali | North | 2.29 km |
| Ainapur | East | 2.41 km |
| Jadhewadi | West | 3.00 km |
| Bhadawanwadi | South-West | 3.21 km |
| Khoratwadi | West | 3.21 km |
| Atyal | North-East | 3.23 km |
| Inchanal | East | 3.52 km |
| Ningudage | South | 3.62 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kaulge
Kaulge is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Pachhapur, while the nearest airport is Belgaum Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.3 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 Kaulge is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kolhapur to Kaulge is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kaulge
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kaulge village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kaulge
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kaulge 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 Kaulge
Where is Kaulge located?
Kaulge village is located in Gadhinglaj Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kaulge?
The Gram Panchayat of Kaulge is Koulage.
What is the pincode of Kaulge?
The pincode of Kaulge is 416526.
What is the population of Kaulge?
Kaulge has a total population of 2,327, including 1,158 males and 1,169 females.
How many households are there in Kaulge?
There are 596 households in Kaulge.
What is the literacy rate in Kaulge?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kaulge is 71.98%. Male literacy is 81.69% and female literacy is 62.36%.