Asagaon
Asagaon is a village located in Panhala tehsil of Kolhapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 40km away from sub-district headquarter Panhala (tehsildar office) and 24km away from district headquarter Kolhapur. As per 2009 stats, Asagaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Asagaon unique in its vibrant Panhala-Kolhapur region. You’ll see Asagaon’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 Asagaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Asagaon is 567240. The village spans a total geographical area of 109.68 hectares. Kolhapur is nearest town to Asagaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km away.
When it comes to local governance, Asagaon 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 Asagaon
Population of Asagaon
According to the 2011 Census, Asagaon has a total population of about 843, with approximately 440 males and 403 females. The sex ratio is around 915 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 78 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 40 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 4. The overall literacy rate is approximately 71.77%, with male literacy at about 79.32% and female literacy near 63.52%. There are around 168 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Asagaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 843 | 440 | 403 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 78 | 42 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 40 | 14 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 605 | 349 | 256 |
| Illiterate Population | 238 | 91 | 147 |
Connectivity of Asagaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Asagaon. As per the 2011 stats, Asagaon 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Asagaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Asagaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Asagaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Asagaon
- Where is Asagaon located?
- Asagaon village is situated in Panhala Tehsil, within the Kolhapur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Asagaon?
- Asagaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Asagaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Asagaon is 843, with 440 males and 403 females.
- How many households are there in Asagaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Asagaon village has a total of 168 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Asagaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Asagaon is 71.77%. The male literacy rate is 79.32%, while the female literacy rate is 63.52%.