Lalgun - Khatav, Satara
Lalgun is a village situated in the Khatav tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 36 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vaduj and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Lalgun village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lalgun is 563473. The village covers a total geographical area of 1057 hectares and falls under the 415503 pincode. Phaltan is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Lalgun village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Koregaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Satara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lalgun
As per Census 2011, Lalgun village has a total population of 2,673 people, consisting of 1,349 males and 1,324 females. The village has 619 households and a sex ratio of 981 females per 1,000 males. There are 246 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,032 literate and 641 illiterate residents. Additionally, 216 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 55 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lalgun are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,673 | 1,349 | 1,324 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 246 | 131 | 115 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 216 | 109 | 107 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 55 | 27 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 2,032 | 1,117 | 915 |
| Illiterate Population | 641 | 232 | 409 |
Nearby Villages of Lalgun
Lalgun 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Katewadi | South-East | 2.01 km |
| Pangarkhel | North-East | 2.90 km |
| Diskal | North | 3.19 km |
| Navalewadi | South-West | 3.40 km |
| Anpatwadi | North-West | 3.46 km |
| Pandharwadi | North-West | 3.68 km |
| Budh | South-East | 3.87 km |
| Shindewadi | West | 3.88 km |
| Nagnathawadi | South-West | 3.90 km |
| Rajapur | East | 5.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lalgun
Lalgun is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Koregaon, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 75.9 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 Phaltan to Lalgun is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Lalgun is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lalgun
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lalgun village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Lalgun
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lalgun 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Lalgun
Where is Lalgun located?
Lalgun village is located in Khatav Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lalgun?
Lalgun is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lalgun?
The pincode of Lalgun is 415503.
What is the population of Lalgun?
Lalgun has a total population of 2,673, including 1,349 males and 1,324 females.
How many households are there in Lalgun?
There are 619 households in Lalgun.
What is the literacy rate in Lalgun?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lalgun is 76.02%. Male literacy is 82.80% and female literacy is 69.11%.