Udagaon - Shirol, Kolhapur
Udagaon is a village situated in the Shirol tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shirol and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Udagaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Udagaon is 567328. The village covers a total geographical area of 1746 hectares and falls under the 416101 pincode. Jaysingpur is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Udagaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Udagaon
As per Census 2011, Udagaon village has a total population of 14,513 people, consisting of 7,411 males and 7,102 females. The village has 3,136 households and a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,648 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 10,084 literate and 4,429 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,891 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 362 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Udagaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 14,513 | 7,411 | 7,102 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,648 | 875 | 773 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,891 | 1,427 | 1,464 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 362 | 191 | 171 |
| Literate Population | 10,084 | 5,509 | 4,575 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,429 | 1,902 | 2,527 |
Nearby Villages of Udagaon
Udagaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chinchwad | East | 1.89 km |
| Umalwad | North-West | 3.76 km |
| Arjunwad | East | 4.00 km |
| Inam Dhamani | North | 4.19 km |
| Nilaji | North-East | 4.33 km |
| Ankali | North-West | 4.41 km |
| Bamani | North | 4.45 km |
| Shirol | South | 5.10 km |
| Dharangutti | South-West | 5.38 km |
| Chipri | West | 6.44 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Udagaon
Udagaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Jayasingpur, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 26.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaysingpur to Udagaon is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kolhapur to Udagaon is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Udagaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Udagaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Udagaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Udagaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Udagaon
Where is Udagaon located?
Udagaon village is located in Shirol Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Udagaon?
Udagaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Udagaon?
The pincode of Udagaon is 416101.
What is the population of Udagaon?
Udagaon has a total population of 14,513, including 7,411 males and 7,102 females.
How many households are there in Udagaon?
There are 3,136 households in Udagaon.
What is the literacy rate in Udagaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Udagaon is 69.48%. Male literacy is 74.34% and female literacy is 64.42%.