Kalegaon - Akkalkot, Solapur
Kalegaon is a village situated in the Akkalkot tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Akkalkot and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Shirshi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kalegaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalegaon is 562844. The village covers a total geographical area of 275.66 hectares and falls under the 413216 pincode. Akkalkot is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Kalegaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Akkalkot Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Solapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kalegaon
As per Census 2011, Kalegaon village has a total population of 247 people, consisting of 124 males and 123 females. The village has 62 households and a sex ratio of 991 females per 1,000 males. There are 37 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 152 literate and 95 illiterate residents. Additionally, 21 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 28 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kalegaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 247 | 124 | 123 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 24 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 13 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 28 | 10 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 152 | 83 | 69 |
| Illiterate Population | 95 | 41 | 54 |
Nearby Villages of Kalegaon
Kalegaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kolibet | West | 1.61 km |
| Mamdabad | South-West | 1.76 km |
| Sangavi Kh | North-West | 2.11 km |
| Nimgaon | South | 3.02 km |
| Sangavi Bk | North | 3.04 km |
| Banajgol | East | 3.15 km |
| Shirasi | North-East | 3.62 km |
| Hattikanbas | South-East | 4.19 km |
| Kolekarwadi | North-West | 4.92 km |
| Safale | North | 4.96 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kalegaon
Public transport in the Kalegaon is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Nagansur, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 26.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Akkalkot to Kalegaon is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Kalegaon is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kalegaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalegaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kalegaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kalegaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kalegaon
Where is Kalegaon located?
Kalegaon village is located in Akkalkot Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kalegaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Kalegaon is Shirshi.
What is the pincode of Kalegaon?
The pincode of Kalegaon is 413216.
What is the population of Kalegaon?
Kalegaon has a total population of 247, including 124 males and 123 females.
How many households are there in Kalegaon?
There are 62 households in Kalegaon.
What is the literacy rate in Kalegaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalegaon is 61.54%. Male literacy is 66.94% and female literacy is 56.10%.