Kolegaon - Malshiras, Solapur
Kolegaon is a village situated in the Malshiras tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malshiras and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Kolegaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kolegaon is 562510. The village covers a total geographical area of 2430 hectares and falls under the 413306 pincode. Pandharpur is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Kolegaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Malshiras Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kolegaon
As per Census 2011, Kolegaon village has a total population of 5,045 people, consisting of 2,612 males and 2,433 females. The village has 1,059 households and a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males. There are 700 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,022 literate and 2,023 illiterate residents. Additionally, 723 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 52 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kolegaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,045 | 2,612 | 2,433 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 700 | 382 | 318 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 723 | 365 | 358 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 52 | 29 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 3,022 | 1,738 | 1,284 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,023 | 874 | 1,149 |
Nearby Villages of Kolegaon
Kolegaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Falawani | North | 3.38 km |
| Chikmahud | South | 4.13 km |
| Kalamwadi | West | 4.82 km |
| Salmukhwadi | North | 5.22 km |
| Shingorni | South-West | 6.51 km |
| Mahim | East | 7.53 km |
| Kusmod | North-West | 7.79 km |
| Mahud Bk. | South-East | 7.97 km |
| Jadhavwadi | South | 8.48 km |
| Tandulwadi | North-East | 8.87 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kolegaon
Kolegaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bohali, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 73.2 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 Pandharpur to Kolegaon is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Kolegaon is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kolegaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kolegaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kolegaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kolegaon 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Kolegaon
Where is Kolegaon located?
Kolegaon village is located in Malshiras Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kolegaon?
Kolegaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kolegaon?
The pincode of Kolegaon is 413306.
What is the population of Kolegaon?
Kolegaon has a total population of 5,045, including 2,612 males and 2,433 females.
How many households are there in Kolegaon?
There are 1,059 households in Kolegaon.
What is the literacy rate in Kolegaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kolegaon is 59.90%. Male literacy is 66.54% and female literacy is 52.77%.