Kasegaon - Pandharpur, Solapur
Kasegaon is a village situated in the Pandharpur tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pandharpur and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Kasegaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kasegaon is 562375. The village covers a total geographical area of 6958 hectares and falls under the 413304 pincode. Pandharpur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Kasegaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pandharpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Solapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kasegaon
As per Census 2011, Kasegaon village has a total population of 16,197 people, consisting of 8,428 males and 7,769 females. The village has 3,000 households and a sex ratio of 921 females per 1,000 males. There are 2,253 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 10,180 literate and 6,017 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,506 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 170 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kasegaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 16,197 | 8,428 | 7,769 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,253 | 1,188 | 1,065 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,506 | 1,300 | 1,206 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 170 | 86 | 84 |
| Literate Population | 10,180 | 5,797 | 4,383 |
| Illiterate Population | 6,017 | 2,631 | 3,386 |
Nearby Villages of Kasegaon
Kasegaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Takli | North-West | 5.18 km |
| Anawali | East | 6.45 km |
| Tavashi | South-East | 6.56 km |
| Tanali | South | 6.89 km |
| Gopalpur | North-East | 7.05 km |
| Khardi | South-West | 7.07 km |
| Shetphal(tapkiri) | South | 7.38 km |
| Korty | North-West | 7.73 km |
| Bohali | West | 7.86 km |
| Eklaspur | East | 8.01 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kasegaon
Kasegaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Pandharpur, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Pandharpur to Kasegaon is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Kasegaon is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kasegaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kasegaon 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 Kasegaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kasegaon 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kasegaon
Where is Kasegaon located?
Kasegaon village is located in Pandharpur Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kasegaon?
Kasegaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kasegaon?
The pincode of Kasegaon is 413304.
What is the population of Kasegaon?
Kasegaon has a total population of 16,197, including 8,428 males and 7,769 females.
How many households are there in Kasegaon?
There are 3,000 households in Kasegaon.
What is the literacy rate in Kasegaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kasegaon is 62.85%. Male literacy is 68.78% and female literacy is 56.42%.