Agalgaon - Kavathemahankal, Sangli
Agalgaon is a village situated in the Kavathemahankal tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kavathemahankal and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Agalgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Agalgaon is 568780. The village covers a total geographical area of 2563 hectares and falls under the 416403 pincode. Sangli Miraj Kupwad is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Agalgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khanapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sangli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Agalgaon
As per Census 2011, Agalgaon village has a total population of 4,268 people, consisting of 2,162 males and 2,106 females. The village has 927 households and a sex ratio of 974 females per 1,000 males. There are 488 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,949 literate and 1,319 illiterate residents. Additionally, 367 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Agalgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,268 | 2,162 | 2,106 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 488 | 265 | 223 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 367 | 175 | 192 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 2,949 | 1,635 | 1,314 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,319 | 527 | 792 |
Nearby Villages of Agalgaon
Agalgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shelkewadi | North-West | 3.08 km |
| Langarpeth | East | 3.46 km |
| Kerewadi | North | 4.80 km |
| Thabadewadi | South | 5.11 km |
| Jakhapur | West | 5.27 km |
| Nangole | South | 5.28 km |
| Arewadi | North-East | 5.57 km |
| Kuchi | West | 6.00 km |
| Dhalewadi | East | 6.45 km |
| Wagholi | North-West | 6.66 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Agalgaon
Agalgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Langarpeth, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 62.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sangli Miraj Kupwad to Agalgaon is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Agalgaon is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Agalgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Agalgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Agalgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Agalgaon 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 Agalgaon
Where is Agalgaon located?
Agalgaon village is located in Kavathemahankal Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Agalgaon?
Agalgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Agalgaon?
The pincode of Agalgaon is 416403.
What is the population of Agalgaon?
Agalgaon has a total population of 4,268, including 2,162 males and 2,106 females.
How many households are there in Agalgaon?
There are 927 households in Agalgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Agalgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Agalgaon is 69.10%. Male literacy is 75.62% and female literacy is 62.39%.