Osargaon - Kankavli, Sindhudurg
Osargaon is a village situated in the Kankavli tehsil of Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kankavli and around 10 km from the district headquarters in Oras Bk.. Osargaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Osargaon is 566466. The village covers a total geographical area of 1757.05 hectares and falls under the 416603 pincode. Kankavli is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Osargaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kankavli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Osargaon
According to the 2011 Census, Osargaon village had a total population of 2,399 people, including 1,203 males and 1,196 females, living in 627 households. The sex ratio was 994 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.55%, with male literacy at 82.36% and female literacy at 72.68%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 189, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 26.
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 | 2,399 | 1,203 | 1,196 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 212 | 103 | 109 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 189 | 91 | 98 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 26 | 14 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 1,696 | 906 | 790 |
| Illiterate Population | 703 | 297 | 406 |
Nearby Villages of Osargaon
Osargaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bordave | East | 2.59 km |
| Asarondi | North-West | 3.54 km |
| Ovaliye | South-West | 3.85 km |
| Satral | North | 4.33 km |
| Kasal | South | 4.35 km |
| Shirvande | West | 4.48 km |
| Kasavan | North-East | 4.78 km |
| Ambrad | East | 5.20 km |
| Wagade | North-East | 5.38 km |
| Kasral | North | 5.38 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Osargaon
Osargaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kankavali, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 64.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kankavli to Osargaon is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Oras Bk. to Osargaon is about 10 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Osargaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Osargaon 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 Osargaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Osargaon 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Osargaon
Where is Osargaon located?
Osargaon village is located in Kankavli Tehsil, Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Osargaon?
Osargaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Osargaon?
The pincode of Osargaon is 416603.
What is the population of Osargaon?
Osargaon had a total population of 2,399, including 1,203 males and 1,196 females.
How many households are there in Osargaon?
Osargaon had 627 households.
What is the literacy rate in Osargaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Osargaon was 77.55%. Male literacy was 82.36% and female literacy was 72.68%.