Kokalgaon Village - Nilanga, Latur
Kokalgaon is a village situated in the Nilanga tehsil of Latur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nilanga and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Latur. Kokalgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kokalgaon is 560829. The village covers a total geographical area of 1016.17 hectares and falls under the 413521 pincode. Nilanga is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Kokalgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ausa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Osmanabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kokalgaon
As per Census 2011, Kokalgaon village has a total population of 2,914 people, consisting of 1,544 males and 1,370 females. The village has 658 households and a sex ratio of 887 females per 1,000 males. There are 357 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,871 literate and 1,043 illiterate residents. Additionally, 305 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 45 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kokalgaon are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,914 | 1,544 | 1,370 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 357 | 204 | 153 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 305 | 167 | 138 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 45 | 23 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 1,871 | 1,094 | 777 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,043 | 450 | 593 |
Nearby Villages of Kokalgaon
Kokalgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sangvi [je] | North | 2.20 km |
| Sarwadi | South | 2.86 km |
| Ramtirth | East | 3.03 km |
| Nadi Hattarga | West | 4.30 km |
| Hadoli | South-East | 4.52 km |
| Mudgad [ekoji] | South-West | 4.62 km |
| Pimpalwadi [je] | East | 4.85 km |
| Jewari | North-East | 5.17 km |
| Kumtha | North | 5.56 km |
| Nai Chakur | South | 5.70 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kokalgaon
Kokalgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Harangul, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 70.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nilanga to Kokalgaon is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Latur to Kokalgaon is about 50 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 Kokalgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kokalgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kokalgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kokalgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kokalgaon
Where is Kokalgaon located?
Kokalgaon village is located in Nilanga Tehsil, Latur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kokalgaon?
Kokalgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kokalgaon?
The pincode of Kokalgaon is 413521.
What is the population of Kokalgaon?
Kokalgaon has a total population of 2,914, including 1,544 males and 1,370 females.
How many households are there in Kokalgaon?
There are 658 households in Kokalgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Kokalgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kokalgaon is 64.21%. Male literacy is 70.85% and female literacy is 56.72%.