Kanegaon - Walwa, Sangli
Kanegaon is a village situated in the Walwa tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Uran Islampur and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Kanegaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanegaon is 568382. The village covers a total geographical area of 435 hectares and falls under the 415411 pincode. Uran Islampur is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Kanegaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Islampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hatkanangle Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kanegaon
According to the 2011 Census, Kanegaon village had a total population of 1,663 people, including 871 males and 792 females, living in 360 households. The sex ratio was 909 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.39%, with male literacy at 94.76% and female literacy at 83.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 240, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 9.
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 | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Kanegaon
Kanegaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bahadurwadi | East | 1.62 km |
| Tandulwadi | North | 1.92 km |
| Ghunaki | South-West | 2.41 km |
| Kini | South | 3.62 km |
| Kundalwadi | West | 3.83 km |
| Chavare | West | 3.88 km |
| Koregaon | East | 3.89 km |
| Malewadi | North | 3.99 km |
| Bhadkambe | North-East | 4.34 km |
| Yelur | North-West | 4.84 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kanegaon
Kanegaon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Rukadi, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 20.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Uran Islampur to Kanegaon is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Kanegaon is about 40 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 Kanegaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanegaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kanegaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanegaon 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Kanegaon
Where is Kanegaon located?
Kanegaon village is located in Walwa Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanegaon?
Kanegaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kanegaon?
The pincode of Kanegaon is 415411.
What is the population of Kanegaon?
Kanegaon had a total population of 1,663, including 871 males and 792 females.
How many households are there in Kanegaon?
Kanegaon had 360 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kanegaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanegaon was 89.39%. Male literacy was 94.76% and female literacy was 83.67%.