Mahagaon
About Mahagaon
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Mahagaon village is 568032. Mahagaon village is located in Gadhinglaj tehsil of Kolhapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Gadhinglaj (tehsildar office) and 79km away from district headquarter Kolhapur. As per 2009 stats, Mahagaon village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 1356 hectares. Mahagaon has a total population of 7,020 peoples, out of which male population is 3,361 while female population is 3,659. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1088 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of mahagaon village is 70.53% out of which 75.96% males and 65.54% females are literate. There are about 1,707 houses in mahagaon village.
When it comes to administration, Mahagaon village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Mahagaon village comes under Chandgad Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kolhapur Lok Sabha constituency. Gadhinglaj is nearest town to mahagaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km away.
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Population of Mahagaon
The population details of Mahagaon cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,020 | 3,361 | 3,659 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 635 | 369 | 266 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 386 | 185 | 201 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 4,951 | 2,553 | 2,398 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,069 | 808 | 1,261 |
Connectivity of Mahagaon
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Mahagaon
Where is Mahagaon located?
Mahagaon village is situated in Gadhinglaj Tehsil, within the Kolhapur district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahagaon?
Mahagaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Mahagaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mahagaon is 7,020, with 3,361 males and 3,659 females.
How many households are there in Mahagaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Mahagaon village has a total of 1,707 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mahagaon as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mahagaon is 70.53%. The male literacy rate is 75.96%, while the female literacy rate is 65.54%.