Kusgaon
Kusgaon is a village located in Wai tehsil of Satara district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Wai (tehsildar office) and 41km away from district headquarter Satara. As per 2009 stats, Kusgaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kusgaon unique in its vibrant Wai-Satara region. You’ll see Kusgaon’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 Kusgaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kusgaon is 563118. The village spans a total geographical area of 438 hectares. Wai is nearest town to Kusgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kusgaon 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 Wai Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Satara Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kusgaon
Population of Kusgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Kusgaon has a total population of about 1,059, with approximately 496 males and 563 females. The sex ratio is around 1135 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 93 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 58 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2. The overall literacy rate is approximately 81.49%, with male literacy at about 82.46% and female literacy near 80.64%. There are around 243 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kusgaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,059 | 496 | 563 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 93 | 57 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 58 | 31 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | N/A | 2 |
| Literate Population | 863 | 409 | 454 |
| Illiterate Population | 196 | 87 | 109 |
Connectivity of Kusgaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kusgaon. As per the 2011 stats, Kusgaon 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kusgaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Kusgaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kusgaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kusgaon
- Where is Kusgaon located?
- Kusgaon village is situated in Wai Tehsil, within the Satara district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kusgaon?
- Kusgaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Kusgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kusgaon is 1,059, with 496 males and 563 females.
- How many households are there in Kusgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kusgaon village has a total of 243 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kusgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kusgaon is 81.49%. The male literacy rate is 82.46%, while the female literacy rate is 80.64%.