Hingangaon Bk - Kadegaon, Sangli
Hingangaon Bk is a village situated in the Kadegaon tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kadegaon and around 76 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Hingangaon Budruk serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hingangaon Bk village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hingangaon Bk is 568458. The village covers a total geographical area of 1262 hectares and falls under the 415305 pincode. Karad is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Hingangaon Bk village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Palus-kadegaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sangli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hingangaon Bk
According to the 2011 Census, Hingangaon Bk village had a total population of 3,642 people, including 1,819 males and 1,823 females, living in 802 households. The sex ratio was 1,002 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.83%, with male literacy at 86.19% and female literacy at 73.60%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 546, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 28.
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 | 3,642 | 1,819 | 1,823 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 424 | 226 | 198 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 546 | 277 | 269 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 28 | 16 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 2,569 | 1,373 | 1,196 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,073 | 446 | 627 |
Nearby Villages of Hingangaon Bk
Hingangaon Bk 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Yede | South | 3.15 km |
| Upale Wangi | East | 3.60 km |
| Goregaon (vangi) | North-West | 3.66 km |
| Upale Mayani | South-East | 4.42 km |
| Vadgaon (j.s.) | North | 4.49 km |
| Shalgaon | South-West | 4.98 km |
| Chorade | North-East | 5.18 km |
| Belavade | South | 5.66 km |
| Pargaon | North-West | 5.74 km |
| Saspade | South | 6.16 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Hingangaon Bk
Hingangaon Bk is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Karad, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 63.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karad to Hingangaon Bk is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Hingangaon Bk is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hingangaon Bk
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hingangaon Bk 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 Hingangaon Bk
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hingangaon Bk village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Hingangaon Bk
Where is Hingangaon Bk located?
Hingangaon Bk village is located in Kadegaon Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hingangaon Bk?
The Gram Panchayat of Hingangaon Bk is Hingangaon Budruk.
What is the pincode of Hingangaon Bk?
The pincode of Hingangaon Bk is 415305.
What is the population of Hingangaon Bk?
Hingangaon Bk had a total population of 3,642, including 1,819 males and 1,823 females.
How many households are there in Hingangaon Bk?
Hingangaon Bk had 802 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hingangaon Bk?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hingangaon Bk was 79.83%. Male literacy was 86.19% and female literacy was 73.60%.