Agalgaon - Barshi, Solapur
Agalgaon is a village situated in the Barshi tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barshi and around 81 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Agalgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Agalgaon is 562019. The village covers a total geographical area of 2014 hectares and falls under the 413409 pincode. Barshi is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Agalgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Barshi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Osmanabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Agalgaon
As per Census 2011, Agalgaon village has a total population of 3,700 people, consisting of 1,951 males and 1,749 females. The village has 834 households and a sex ratio of 896 females per 1,000 males. There are 352 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,717 literate and 983 illiterate residents. Additionally, 296 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 81 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Agalgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,700 | 1,951 | 1,749 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 352 | 192 | 160 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 296 | 159 | 137 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 81 | 38 | 43 |
| Literate Population | 2,717 | 1,571 | 1,146 |
| Illiterate Population | 983 | 380 | 603 |
Nearby Villages of Agalgaon
Agalgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Babhulgaon | South-East | 2.86 km |
| Belgaon | South-West | 3.66 km |
| Mandegaon | West | 4.32 km |
| Borgaon [kh] | North-East | 4.39 km |
| Wanewadi | South | 4.44 km |
| Bhoyare | South-West | 4.84 km |
| Dhanore | South-East | 5.27 km |
| Kuslamb | South-East | 5.29 km |
| Tadsoudne | South-West | 5.80 km |
| Kalambawadi (a) | North | 5.99 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Agalgaon
Public transport in the Agalgaon is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kuslamb, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 61.2 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barshi to Agalgaon is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Agalgaon is about 81 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Agalgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Agalgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Agalgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Agalgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Agalgaon
Where is Agalgaon located?
Agalgaon village is located in Barshi Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Agalgaon?
Agalgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Agalgaon?
The pincode of Agalgaon is 413409.
What is the population of Agalgaon?
Agalgaon has a total population of 3,700, including 1,951 males and 1,749 females.
How many households are there in Agalgaon?
There are 834 households in Agalgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Agalgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Agalgaon is 73.43%. Male literacy is 80.52% and female literacy is 65.52%.