Kaulage - Kagal, Kolhapur
Kaulage is a village situated in the Kagal tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kagal and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Koulage serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kaulage village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kaulage is 567714. The village covers a total geographical area of 598 hectares and falls under the 416235 pincode. Murgud is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Kaulage village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kaulage
As per Census 2011, Kaulage village has a total population of 3,071 people, consisting of 1,540 males and 1,531 females. The village has 685 households and a sex ratio of 994 females per 1,000 males. There are 312 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,251 literate and 820 illiterate residents. Additionally, 283 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kaulage are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,071 | 1,540 | 1,531 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 312 | 176 | 136 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 283 | 134 | 149 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 3 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 2,251 | 1,223 | 1,028 |
| Illiterate Population | 820 | 317 | 503 |
Nearby Villages of Kaulage
Kaulage 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bastavade | South-West | 2.11 km |
| Chikhali | East | 2.76 km |
| Anur | North-West | 2.83 km |
| Sonage | South-West | 3.78 km |
| Bhatnaganur | North | 4.00 km |
| Mhakave | North | 4.10 km |
| Khadakewada | South-East | 4.42 km |
| Banage | West | 4.57 km |
| Kurli | North-East | 4.58 km |
| Hamidwada | South | 4.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kaulage
Public transport in the Kaulage is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Gur Market, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 18.8 km.
| 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 Murgud to Kaulage is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kolhapur to Kaulage is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kaulage
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kaulage village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kaulage
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kaulage village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kaulage
Where is Kaulage located?
Kaulage village is located in Kagal Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kaulage?
The Gram Panchayat of Kaulage is Koulage.
What is the pincode of Kaulage?
The pincode of Kaulage is 416235.
What is the population of Kaulage?
Kaulage has a total population of 3,071, including 1,540 males and 1,531 females.
How many households are there in Kaulage?
There are 685 households in Kaulage.
What is the literacy rate in Kaulage?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kaulage is 73.30%. Male literacy is 79.42% and female literacy is 67.15%.