Nandagaon - Homnabad, Bidar
Nandagaon is a village situated in the Homnabad taluka of Bidar district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Homnabad and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Bidar. Nadgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nandagaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nandagaon is 600295. The village covers a total geographical area of 1635.66 hectares and falls under the 585329 pincode. Homnabad is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Nandagaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Homnabad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bidar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nandagaon
As per Census 2011, Nandagaon village has a total population of 4,347 people, consisting of 2,242 males and 2,105 females. The village has 736 households and a sex ratio of 938 females per 1,000 males. There are 602 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,686 literate and 1,661 illiterate residents. Additionally, 678 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,137 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nandagaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,347 | 2,242 | 2,105 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 602 | 313 | 289 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 678 | 319 | 359 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,137 | 585 | 552 |
| Literate Population | 2,686 | 1,564 | 1,122 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,661 | 678 | 983 |
Nearby Villages of Nandagaon
Nandagaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Malkapur | North-East | 2.25 km |
| Hudgi | South-West | 2.63 km |
| Madargaon | East | 2.81 km |
| Kappargaon | South-East | 2.98 km |
| Jalasangi | North | 3.72 km |
| Benchincholi | North-East | 4.22 km |
| Hippargaon | South-East | 4.46 km |
| Wadankera | South-East | 4.88 km |
| Humnabad (rural) | South-West | 5.47 km |
| Allura | East | 5.62 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nandagaon
Nandagaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Halbarga, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 104.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Homnabad to Nandagaon is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bidar to Nandagaon is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nandagaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nandagaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Nandagaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nandagaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Nandagaon
Where is Nandagaon located?
Nandagaon village is located in Homnabad Taluka, Bidar district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nandagaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Nandagaon is Nadgaon.
What is the pincode of Nandagaon?
The pincode of Nandagaon is 585329.
What is the population of Nandagaon?
Nandagaon has a total population of 4,347, including 2,242 males and 2,105 females.
How many households are there in Nandagaon?
There are 736 households in Nandagaon.
What is the literacy rate in Nandagaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nandagaon is 61.79%. Male literacy is 69.76% and female literacy is 53.30%.