Garangaon - Khandwa, Khandwa (East Nimar)
Garangaon is a village situated in the Khandwa tehsil of Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from Khandwa, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Garngoan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garangaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garangaon is 505854. The village covers a total geographical area of 1706.21 hectares and falls under the 450332 pincode. Khandwa is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Garangaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pandhana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khandwa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garangaon
According to the 2011 Census, Garangaon village had a total population of 2,389 people, including 1,172 males and 1,217 females, living in 518 households. The sex ratio was 1,038 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.04%, with male literacy at 63.02% and female literacy at 47.22%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 79, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,460.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,389 | 1,172 | 1,217 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 356 | 166 | 190 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 79 | 33 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,460 | 721 | 739 |
| Literate Population | 1,119 | 634 | 485 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,270 | 538 | 732 |
Nearby Villages of Garangaon
Garangaon is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Garangaon
Garangaon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khandwa to Garangaon is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garangaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garangaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Garangaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garangaon 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Garangaon
Where is Garangaon located?
Garangaon village is located in Khandwa Tehsil, Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garangaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Garangaon is Garngoan.
What is the pincode of Garangaon?
The pincode of Garangaon is 450332.
What is the population of Garangaon?
Garangaon had a total population of 2,389, including 1,172 males and 1,217 females.
How many households are there in Garangaon?
Garangaon had 518 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garangaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garangaon was 55.04%. Male literacy was 63.02% and female literacy was 47.22%.