Nagaon - Walwa, Sangli
Nagaon is a village situated in the Walwa tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Uran Islampur and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Nagaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nagaon is 568394. The village covers a total geographical area of 522.94 hectares and falls under the 416302 pincode. Ashta is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Nagaon 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 Nagaon
As per Census 2011, Nagaon village has a total population of 2,439 people, consisting of 1,250 males and 1,189 females. The village has 503 households and a sex ratio of 951 females per 1,000 males. There are 267 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,848 literate and 591 illiterate residents. Additionally, 365 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nagaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,439 | 1,250 | 1,189 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 267 | 154 | 113 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 365 | 181 | 184 |
| Literate Population | 1,848 | 990 | 858 |
| Illiterate Population | 591 | 260 | 331 |
Nearby Villages of Nagaon
Nagaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dhavali | South | 1.77 km |
| Pokharni | North | 2.00 km |
| Kakachiwadi | East | 2.24 km |
| Bhadkambe | West | 2.36 km |
| Pharnewadi(shigaon) | South | 3.06 km |
| Rozawadi | East | 3.95 km |
| Koregaon | South-West | 4.09 km |
| Bagani | South-East | 4.63 km |
| Bahadurwadi | West | 4.69 km |
| Shigaon | South | 5.15 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nagaon
Nagaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Amnapur, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 22.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ashta to Nagaon is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Nagaon is about 27 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 Nagaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nagaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Nagaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nagaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Nagaon
Where is Nagaon located?
Nagaon village is located in Walwa Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nagaon?
Nagaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nagaon?
The pincode of Nagaon is 416302.
What is the population of Nagaon?
Nagaon has a total population of 2,439, including 1,250 males and 1,189 females.
How many households are there in Nagaon?
There are 503 households in Nagaon.
What is the literacy rate in Nagaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nagaon is 75.77%. Male literacy is 79.20% and female literacy is 72.16%.