Kandalgaon - Solapur South, Solapur
Kandalgaon is a village situated in the Solapur South tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from Solapur, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Kandalgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kandalgaon is 562774. The village covers a total geographical area of 3283.28 hectares and falls under the 413221 pincode. Solapur is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Kandalgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Solapur South Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Solapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kandalgaon
As per Census 2011, Kandalgaon village has a total population of 5,773 people, consisting of 2,950 males and 2,823 females. The village has 1,174 households and a sex ratio of 956 females per 1,000 males. There are 812 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,524 literate and 2,249 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,250 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 110 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kandalgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,773 | 2,950 | 2,823 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 812 | 406 | 406 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,250 | 658 | 592 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 110 | 58 | 52 |
| Literate Population | 3,524 | 2,025 | 1,499 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,249 | 925 | 1,324 |
Nearby Villages of Kandalgaon
Kandalgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gavadewadi | East | 3.28 km |
| Akole Mandrup | North | 4.31 km |
| Mangoli | North-East | 4.47 km |
| Yelegaon | South-East | 4.79 km |
| Antroli | West | 4.81 km |
| Gunjegaon | North | 5.20 km |
| Vinchur | South-West | 5.71 km |
| Telgaon | North-East | 6.02 km |
| Shankar Nagar | South-West | 6.14 km |
| Nimbargi | South | 7.16 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kandalgaon
Kandalgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bale, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 12.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Solapur to Kandalgaon is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kandalgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kandalgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kandalgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kandalgaon 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Kandalgaon
Where is Kandalgaon located?
Kandalgaon village is located in Solapur South Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kandalgaon?
Kandalgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kandalgaon?
The pincode of Kandalgaon is 413221.
What is the population of Kandalgaon?
Kandalgaon has a total population of 5,773, including 2,950 males and 2,823 females.
How many households are there in Kandalgaon?
There are 1,174 households in Kandalgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Kandalgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kandalgaon is 61.04%. Male literacy is 68.64% and female literacy is 53.10%.