Mahagaon - Gadhinglaj, Kolhapur
Mahagaon is a village situated in the Gadhinglaj tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gadhinglaj and around 79 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Mahagaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahagaon is 568032. The village covers a total geographical area of 1356 hectares and falls under the 416503 pincode. Gadhinglaj is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Mahagaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chandgad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kolhapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mahagaon
As per Census 2011, Mahagaon village has a total population of 7,020 people, consisting of 3,361 males and 3,659 females. The village has 1,707 households and a sex ratio of 1,088 females per 1,000 males. There are 635 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,951 literate and 2,069 illiterate residents. Additionally, 386 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mahagaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,020 | 3,361 | 3,659 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 635 | 369 | 266 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 386 | 185 | 201 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 4,951 | 2,553 | 2,398 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,069 | 808 | 1,261 |
Nearby Villages of Mahagaon
Mahagaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Wairagwadi | North-East | 1.91 km |
| Umbarwadi | South-West | 2.00 km |
| Harli Kh. | North-West | 2.63 km |
| Hasurwadi | East | 3.04 km |
| Gajargaon | West | 3.26 km |
| Masewadi | South-East | 3.26 km |
| Harli Bk. | North | 3.39 km |
| Harur | West | 3.41 km |
| Lakudwadi | South | 3.48 km |
| Manganur Tarf Sawatwadi | South-East | 3.99 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mahagaon
Public transport in the Mahagaon 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 32.3 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 Mahagaon is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kolhapur to Mahagaon is about 79 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mahagaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahagaon 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 Mahagaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahagaon 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Mahagaon
Where is Mahagaon located?
Mahagaon village is located in Gadhinglaj Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahagaon?
Mahagaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mahagaon?
The pincode of Mahagaon is 416503.
What is the population of Mahagaon?
Mahagaon has a total population of 7,020, including 3,361 males and 3,659 females.
How many households are there in Mahagaon?
There are 1,707 households in Mahagaon.
What is the literacy rate in Mahagaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahagaon is 70.53%. Male literacy is 75.96% and female literacy is 65.54%.