Kokalgaon - 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 Village 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
According to the 2011 Census, Kokalgaon village had a total population of 2,914 people, including 1,544 males and 1,370 females, living in 658 households. The sex ratio was 887 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.17%, with male literacy at 81.64% and female literacy at 63.85%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 305, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 45.
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 | 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 Village Panchayat of Kokalgaon?
Kokalgaon is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kokalgaon?
The pincode of Kokalgaon is 413521.
What is the population of Kokalgaon?
Kokalgaon had a total population of 2,914, including 1,544 males and 1,370 females.
How many households are there in Kokalgaon?
Kokalgaon had 658 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kokalgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kokalgaon was 73.17%. Male literacy was 81.64% and female literacy was 63.85%.