Belgaon - Barshi, Solapur
Belgaon 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 72 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Belgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Belgaon is 562020. The village covers a total geographical area of 603.2 hectares and falls under the 413409 pincode. Barshi is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Belgaon 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 Belgaon
As per Census 2011, Belgaon village has a total population of 655 people, consisting of 344 males and 311 females. The village has 132 households and a sex ratio of 904 females per 1,000 males. There are 67 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 445 literate and 210 illiterate residents. Additionally, 72 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Belgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 655 | 344 | 311 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 36 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 72 | 36 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 445 | 267 | 178 |
| Illiterate Population | 210 | 77 | 133 |
Nearby Villages of Belgaon
Belgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tadsoudne | South-West | 2.26 km |
| Bhoyare | South-East | 2.79 km |
| Mandegaon | North | 3.01 km |
| Khadkalgaon | North-West | 3.19 km |
| Agalgaon | North-East | 3.66 km |
| Gatachiwadi | South | 4.11 km |
| Wanewadi | South-East | 4.38 km |
| Jamgaon (agalgaon) | South | 5.72 km |
| Babhulgaon | East | 5.81 km |
| Kuslamb | South-East | 6.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Belgaon
Public transport in the Belgaon is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kuslamb, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.5 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 Belgaon is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Belgaon is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Belgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Belgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Belgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Belgaon 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Belgaon
Where is Belgaon located?
Belgaon village is located in Barshi Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Belgaon?
Belgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Belgaon?
The pincode of Belgaon is 413409.
What is the population of Belgaon?
Belgaon has a total population of 655, including 344 males and 311 females.
How many households are there in Belgaon?
There are 132 households in Belgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Belgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Belgaon is 67.94%. Male literacy is 77.62% and female literacy is 57.23%.