Nagaon - Hatkanangle, Kolhapur
Nagaon is a village situated in the Hatkanangle tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hatkanangle and around 13 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Nagaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nagaon is 567296. The village covers a total geographical area of 737 hectares and falls under the 416122 pincode. Kolhapur is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Nagaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hatkanangle Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Nagaon
As per Census 2011, Nagaon village has a total population of 9,550 people, consisting of 4,921 males and 4,629 females. The village has 2,072 households and a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,114 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 7,035 literate and 2,515 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,692 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 143 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nagaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,550 | 4,921 | 4,629 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,114 | 594 | 520 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,692 | 857 | 835 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 143 | 70 | 73 |
| Literate Population | 7,035 | 3,872 | 3,163 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,515 | 1,049 | 1,466 |
Nearby Villages of Nagaon
Nagaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mauje Vadgaon | North-East | 2.41 km |
| Shiroli | South-West | 2.49 km |
| Halondi | South-East | 2.89 km |
| Top | North | 3.31 km |
| Herle | East | 3.85 km |
| Sambhapur | North | 4.73 km |
| Walivade | South | 4.83 km |
| Shiye | North-West | 5.06 km |
| Tasgaon | North-East | 5.31 km |
| Male | East | 5.92 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nagaon
Nagaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Valivade, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 7.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kolhapur to Nagaon is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nagaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nagaon 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 Nagaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nagaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Nagaon
Where is Nagaon located?
Nagaon village is located in Hatkanangle Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nagaon?
Nagaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nagaon?
The pincode of Nagaon is 416122.
What is the population of Nagaon?
Nagaon has a total population of 9,550, including 4,921 males and 4,629 females.
How many households are there in Nagaon?
There are 2,072 households in Nagaon.
What is the literacy rate in Nagaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nagaon is 73.66%. Male literacy is 78.68% and female literacy is 68.33%.