Alegaon - Sangole, Solapur
Alegaon is a village situated in the Sangole tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sangole and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Alegaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Alegaon is 562601. The village covers a total geographical area of 2464.68 hectares and falls under the 413309 pincode. Sangole is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Alegaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sangole Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Alegaon
As per Census 2011, Alegaon village has a total population of 4,425 people, consisting of 2,288 males and 2,137 females. The village has 968 households and a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males. There are 486 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,039 literate and 1,386 illiterate residents. Additionally, 630 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 25 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Alegaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,425 | 2,288 | 2,137 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 486 | 257 | 229 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 630 | 339 | 291 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 25 | 15 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 3,039 | 1,761 | 1,278 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,386 | 527 | 859 |
Nearby Villages of Alegaon
Alegaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Waki Gherdi | South | 3.78 km |
| Medashingi | North | 4.04 km |
| Shirashi | East | 5.41 km |
| Wani Chinchale | South-East | 5.49 km |
| Javala | South-West | 5.51 km |
| Buralewadi | North-East | 5.54 km |
| Wadegaon | North | 7.65 km |
| Kadlas | West | 8.08 km |
| Rajapur | North | 8.52 km |
| Lendave Chichale | North-East | 8.64 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Alegaon
Alegaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sangola, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.0 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 Sangole to Alegaon is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Alegaon is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Alegaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Alegaon 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 Alegaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Alegaon 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 Alegaon
Where is Alegaon located?
Alegaon village is located in Sangole Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Alegaon?
Alegaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Alegaon?
The pincode of Alegaon is 413309.
What is the population of Alegaon?
Alegaon has a total population of 4,425, including 2,288 males and 2,137 females.
How many households are there in Alegaon?
There are 968 households in Alegaon.
What is the literacy rate in Alegaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Alegaon is 68.68%. Male literacy is 76.97% and female literacy is 59.80%.