Warlegaon - Shahuwadi, Kolhapur
Warlegaon is a village situated in the Shahuwadi tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahuwadi and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Kadave serves as the Village Panchayat for Warlegaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Warlegaon is 567044. The village covers a total geographical area of 26.6 hectares and falls under the 415101 pincode. Malkapur is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Warlegaon 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 Warlegaon
According to the 2011 Census, Warlegaon village had a total population of 1,526 people, including 734 males and 792 females, living in 352 households. The sex ratio was 1,079 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.93%, with male literacy at 85.54% and female literacy at 59.02%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 11.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,526 | 734 | 792 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 176 | 77 | 99 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 971 | 562 | 409 |
| Illiterate Population | 555 | 172 | 383 |
Nearby Villages of Warlegaon
Warlegaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Karungale | North-West | 1.67 km |
| Kadave | East | 1.74 km |
| Lalewadi | South-East | 2.59 km |
| Nile | South-West | 3.01 km |
| Yelur | South | 3.32 km |
| Altur | North-West | 3.39 km |
| Perid | South-East | 3.90 km |
| Kotoli | North-East | 4.21 km |
| Lolane | West | 4.29 km |
| Valur | South-West | 4.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Warlegaon
Warlegaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Adavali, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.4 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 Warlegaon is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kolhapur to Warlegaon is about 48 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 Warlegaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Warlegaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Warlegaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Warlegaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Warlegaon
Where is Warlegaon located?
Warlegaon village is located in Shahuwadi Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Warlegaon?
The Village Panchayat of Warlegaon is Kadave.
What is the pincode of Warlegaon?
The pincode of Warlegaon is 415101.
What is the population of Warlegaon?
Warlegaon had a total population of 1,526, including 734 males and 792 females.
How many households are there in Warlegaon?
Warlegaon had 352 households.
What is the literacy rate in Warlegaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Warlegaon was 71.93%. Male literacy was 85.54% and female literacy was 59.02%.