Kongnoli - Kavathemahankal, Sangli
Kongnoli is a village situated in the Kavathemahankal tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kavathemahankal and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Kongnoli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kongnoli is 568819. The village covers a total geographical area of 1834.58 hectares and falls under the 416418 pincode. Sangli Miraj Kupwad is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Kongnoli 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 Kongnoli
As per Census 2011, Kongnoli village has a total population of 4,596 people, consisting of 2,395 males and 2,201 females. The village has 950 households and a sex ratio of 918 females per 1,000 males. There are 535 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,097 literate and 1,499 illiterate residents. Additionally, 586 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kongnoli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,596 | 2,395 | 2,201 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 535 | 288 | 247 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 586 | 290 | 296 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 3,097 | 1,815 | 1,282 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,499 | 580 | 919 |
Nearby Villages of Kongnoli
Kongnoli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sarati | North-West | 2.26 km |
| Salgare | South | 3.39 km |
| Chabukswarwadi | South-East | 4.20 km |
| Karoli (t) | North-West | 4.25 km |
| Pandegaon | East | 4.31 km |
| Kadamwadi | South-West | 6.31 km |
| Lonarwadi | North-East | 6.89 km |
| Aralihatti | South-East | 6.91 km |
| Kuktoli | West | 7.13 km |
| Belanki | South-West | 7.37 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kongnoli
Kongnoli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sulgare, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.3 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 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sangli Miraj Kupwad to Kongnoli is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Kongnoli is about 36 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 Kongnoli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kongnoli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kongnoli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kongnoli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kongnoli
Where is Kongnoli located?
Kongnoli village is located in Kavathemahankal Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kongnoli?
Kongnoli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kongnoli?
The pincode of Kongnoli is 416418.
What is the population of Kongnoli?
Kongnoli has a total population of 4,596, including 2,395 males and 2,201 females.
How many households are there in Kongnoli?
There are 950 households in Kongnoli.
What is the literacy rate in Kongnoli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kongnoli is 67.38%. Male literacy is 75.78% and female literacy is 58.25%.