Kolgaon - Shahuwadi, Kolhapur
Kolgaon is a village situated in the Shahuwadi tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahuwadi and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Kolgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kolgaon is 567063. The village covers a total geographical area of 364 hectares and falls under the 416215 pincode. Malkapur is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Kolgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahuwadi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hatkanangle Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kolgaon
As per Census 2011, Kolgaon village has a total population of 1,317 people, consisting of 646 males and 671 females. The village has 311 households and a sex ratio of 1,038 females per 1,000 males. There are 170 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 839 literate and 478 illiterate residents. Additionally, 385 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kolgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,317 | 646 | 671 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 170 | 83 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 385 | 206 | 179 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 839 | 469 | 370 |
| Illiterate Population | 478 | 177 | 301 |
Nearby Villages of Kolgaon
Kolgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chanwad | North-East | 1.45 km |
| Tekoli | South-West | 1.51 km |
| Karanjoshi | East | 1.64 km |
| Ukoli | South | 1.65 km |
| Uchat | North-West | 1.93 km |
| Yelane | North-East | 2.16 km |
| Parale | West | 2.66 km |
| Sasegaon | North-East | 2.83 km |
| Koparde | North-East | 3.25 km |
| Kode | South-West | 3.30 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kolgaon
Kolgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Vilavade, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Malkapur to Kolgaon is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kolhapur to Kolgaon is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kolgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kolgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Kolgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kolgaon 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kolgaon
Where is Kolgaon located?
Kolgaon village is located in Shahuwadi Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kolgaon?
Kolgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kolgaon?
The pincode of Kolgaon is 416215.
What is the population of Kolgaon?
Kolgaon has a total population of 1,317, including 646 males and 671 females.
How many households are there in Kolgaon?
There are 311 households in Kolgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Kolgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kolgaon is 63.71%. Male literacy is 72.60% and female literacy is 55.14%.