Thergaon - Shahuwadi, Kolhapur
Thergaon is a village situated in the Shahuwadi tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 33 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahuwadi and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Thergaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thergaon is 567095. The village covers a total geographical area of 635.11 hectares and falls under the 416213 pincode. Malkapur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Thergaon 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 Thergaon
As per Census 2011, Thergaon village has a total population of 2,444 people, consisting of 1,262 males and 1,182 females. The village has 525 households and a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males. There are 260 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,728 literate and 716 illiterate residents. Additionally, 291 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thergaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,444 | 1,262 | 1,182 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 260 | 149 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 291 | 145 | 146 |
| Literate Population | 1,728 | 952 | 776 |
| Illiterate Population | 716 | 310 | 406 |
Nearby Villages of Thergaon
Thergaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Saidapur | West | 1.60 km |
| Sawarde T.satave | East | 2.52 km |
| Bhadale | South | 2.54 km |
| Charan | South-West | 2.84 km |
| Sagaon | North-West | 2.89 km |
| Amatewadi | South-East | 3.43 km |
| Sarud | West | 3.96 km |
| Kande | North-East | 3.98 km |
| Kasaba Satave | South-East | 4.10 km |
| Chikhali | North | 4.14 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Thergaon
Thergaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is C Shahu M Raj Kolhapur Term, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 26.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Malkapur to Thergaon is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kolhapur to Thergaon 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 Thergaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thergaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Thergaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thergaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Thergaon
Where is Thergaon located?
Thergaon village is located in Shahuwadi Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thergaon?
Thergaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Thergaon?
The pincode of Thergaon is 416213.
What is the population of Thergaon?
Thergaon has a total population of 2,444, including 1,262 males and 1,182 females.
How many households are there in Thergaon?
There are 525 households in Thergaon.
What is the literacy rate in Thergaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thergaon is 70.70%. Male literacy is 75.44% and female literacy is 65.65%.