Kanegaon
Kanegaon is a village located in Walwa tehsil of Sangli district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Uran Islampur (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Sangli. As per 2009 stats, Kanegaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kanegaon unique in its vibrant Walwa-Sangli region. You’ll see Kanegaon’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kanegaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanegaon is 568382. The village spans a total geographical area of 435 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 415411. Uran Islampur is nearest town to Kanegaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kanegaon village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Islampur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hatkanangle Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kanegaon
Population of Kanegaon
According to the 2011 Census, Kanegaon has a total population of about 1,663, with approximately 871 males and 792 females. The sex ratio is around 909 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 146 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 240 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 9. The overall literacy rate is approximately 81.54%, with male literacy at about 85.07% and female literacy near 77.65%. There are around 360 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kanegaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,663 | 871 | 792 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 146 | 89 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 240 | 118 | 122 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 1,356 | 741 | 615 |
| Illiterate Population | 307 | 130 | 177 |
Connectivity of Kanegaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kanegaon. As per the 2011 stats, Kanegaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kanegaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Kanegaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kanegaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kanegaon
- Where is Kanegaon located?
- Kanegaon village is situated in Walwa Tehsil, within the Sangli district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kanegaon?
- Kanegaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kanegaon?
- The pincode of Kanegaon is 415411, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kanegaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanegaon is 1,663, with 871 males and 792 females.
- How many households are there in Kanegaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kanegaon village has a total of 360 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kanegaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanegaon is 81.54%. The male literacy rate is 85.07%, while the female literacy rate is 77.65%.