Korsegaon - Akkalkot, Solapur
Korsegaon is a village situated in the Akkalkot tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Akkalkot and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Korsegaon village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Korsegaon is 562795. The village covers a total geographical area of 714.05 hectares and falls under the 413219 pincode. Akkalkot is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Korsegaon 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 Korsegaon
According to the 2011 Census, Korsegaon village had a total population of 2,556 people, including 1,314 males and 1,242 females, living in 446 households. The sex ratio was 945 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.13%, with male literacy at 80.62% and female literacy at 59.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 373, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 22.
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 | 2,556 | 1,314 | 1,242 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 380 | 210 | 170 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 373 | 206 | 167 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 22 | 10 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 1,526 | 890 | 636 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,030 | 424 | 606 |
Nearby Villages of Korsegaon
Korsegaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kumthe | North | 2.15 km |
| Hattarsang | West | 2.60 km |
| Mundhewadi | South-East | 2.70 km |
| Kalkarjal | South | 2.94 km |
| Kegaon Bk | North-East | 3.43 km |
| Dharsang | South-West | 4.33 km |
| Bolkavathe | North-West | 4.62 km |
| Kegaon Kh. | North-East | 4.80 km |
| Tadwal | East | 5.32 km |
| Barur | North-West | 5.88 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Korsegaon
Public transport in the Korsegaon is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Tadwal, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 18.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Akkalkot to Korsegaon is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Korsegaon is about 38 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 Korsegaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Korsegaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Korsegaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Korsegaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Korsegaon
Where is Korsegaon located?
Korsegaon village is located in Akkalkot Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Korsegaon?
Korsegaon is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Korsegaon?
The pincode of Korsegaon is 413219.
What is the population of Korsegaon?
Korsegaon had a total population of 2,556, including 1,314 males and 1,242 females.
How many households are there in Korsegaon?
Korsegaon had 446 households.
What is the literacy rate in Korsegaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Korsegaon was 70.13%. Male literacy was 80.62% and female literacy was 59.33%.