Kasegaon - Walwa, Sangli
Kasegaon is a village situated in the Walwa tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Uran Islampur and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Kasegaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kasegaon is 568312. The village covers a total geographical area of 1922 hectares and falls under the 415404 pincode. Uran Islampur is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Kasegaon 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 Kasegaon
As per Census 2011, Kasegaon village has a total population of 13,581 people, consisting of 7,012 males and 6,569 females. The village has 2,729 households and a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,326 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 10,420 literate and 3,161 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,159 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 47 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kasegaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 13,581 | 7,012 | 6,569 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,326 | 717 | 609 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,159 | 1,118 | 1,041 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 47 | 26 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 10,420 | 5,824 | 4,596 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,161 | 1,188 | 1,973 |
Nearby Villages of Kasegaon
Kasegaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shene | South | 2.60 km |
| Malkhed | North | 3.07 km |
| Belavade Bk | North-West | 3.24 km |
| Dhotrewadi | East | 3.74 km |
| Kalamwadi | South | 3.78 km |
| Kedargaon | South-East | 4.17 km |
| Yewalewadi | East | 4.17 km |
| Rethare Bk. | North-East | 4.58 km |
| Kasarshirambe | West | 5.04 km |
| Wategaon | South-West | 5.46 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kasegaon
Kasegaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Shenoli, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Uran Islampur to Kasegaon is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Kasegaon is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kasegaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kasegaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kasegaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kasegaon 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 Kasegaon
Where is Kasegaon located?
Kasegaon village is located in Walwa Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kasegaon?
Kasegaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kasegaon?
The pincode of Kasegaon is 415404.
What is the population of Kasegaon?
Kasegaon has a total population of 13,581, including 7,012 males and 6,569 females.
How many households are there in Kasegaon?
There are 2,729 households in Kasegaon.
What is the literacy rate in Kasegaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kasegaon is 76.72%. Male literacy is 83.06% and female literacy is 69.96%.