Kandgaon
Kandgaon is a village located in Karvir tehsil of Kolhapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 11km away from Kolhapur, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Kandgaon village. As per 2009 stats, Kandgaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kandgaon unique in its vibrant Karvir-Kolhapur region. You’ll see Kandgaon’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kandgaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kandgaon is 567440. The village spans a total geographical area of 615.98 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 416001. Kolhapur is nearest town to Kandgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kandgaon village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Karvir Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kolhapur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kandgaon
Population of Kandgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Kandgaon has a total population of about 3,644, with approximately 1,908 males and 1,736 females. The sex ratio is around 909 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 359 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 751 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 6. The overall literacy rate is approximately 71.35%, with male literacy at about 77.67% and female literacy near 64.40%. There are around 704 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kandgaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,644 | 1,908 | 1,736 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 359 | 194 | 165 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 751 | 376 | 375 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 2,600 | 1,482 | 1,118 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,044 | 426 | 618 |
Connectivity of Kandgaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kandgaon. As per the 2011 stats, Kandgaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kandgaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Kandgaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kandgaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kandgaon
- Where is Kandgaon located?
- Kandgaon village is situated in Karvir Tehsil, within the Kolhapur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kandgaon?
- Kandgaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kandgaon?
- The pincode of Kandgaon is 416001, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kandgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kandgaon is 3,644, with 1,908 males and 1,736 females.
- How many households are there in Kandgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kandgaon village has a total of 704 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kandgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kandgaon is 71.35%. The male literacy rate is 77.67%, while the female literacy rate is 64.40%.