Kalegaon - Barshi, Solapur
Kalegaon is a village situated in the Barshi tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barshi and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Kalegaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalegaon is 562096. The village covers a total geographical area of 640 hectares and falls under the 413403 pincode. Barshi is the nearest town, located about 19 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 Barshi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Osmanabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kalegaon
As per Census 2011, Kalegaon village has a total population of 1,589 people, consisting of 839 males and 750 females. The village has 355 households and a sex ratio of 893 females per 1,000 males. There are 182 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,102 literate and 487 illiterate residents. Additionally, 218 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 29 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kalegaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,589 | 839 | 750 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 182 | 111 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 218 | 109 | 109 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 29 | 14 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 1,102 | 637 | 465 |
| Illiterate Population | 487 | 202 | 285 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Undegaon | West | 2.53 km |
| Manegaon | South-East | 2.90 km |
| Irlewadi | South | 3.05 km |
| Irle | South-West | 3.59 km |
| Ghanegaon | East | 4.72 km |
| Rastapur | West | 5.01 km |
| Dhorale | South | 5.36 km |
| Pangaon | North-West | 5.44 km |
| Vairag | South-East | 5.71 km |
| Sakat | North-East | 5.75 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kalegaon
Kalegaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Uplai, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Barshi to Kalegaon is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 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 5-10 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Barshi Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kalegaon?
Kalegaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kalegaon?
The pincode of Kalegaon is 413403.
What is the population of Kalegaon?
Kalegaon has a total population of 1,589, including 839 males and 750 females.
How many households are there in Kalegaon?
There are 355 households in Kalegaon.
What is the literacy rate in Kalegaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalegaon is 69.35%. Male literacy is 75.92% and female literacy is 62.00%.