Nargaon - Bhikangaon, Khargone (West Nimar)
Nargaon is a village situated in the Bhikangaon tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhikangaon and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Nargaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nargaon is 477494. The village covers a total geographical area of 1137.85 hectares and falls under the 451331 pincode. Bhikangaon is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Nargaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhikangaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khandwa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nargaon
As per Census 2011, Nargaon village has a total population of 1,828 people, consisting of 936 males and 892 females. The village has 371 households and a sex ratio of 952 females per 1,000 males. There are 253 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 739 literate and 1,089 illiterate residents. Additionally, 16 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,133 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nargaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,828 | 936 | 892 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 253 | 126 | 127 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 11 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,133 | 574 | 559 |
| Literate Population | 739 | 433 | 306 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,089 | 503 | 586 |
Nearby Villages of Nargaon
Nargaon 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 Nargaon
Nargaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhikangaon to Nargaon is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Nargaon is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nargaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nargaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Nargaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nargaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Nargaon
Where is Nargaon located?
Nargaon village is located in Bhikangaon Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nargaon?
Nargaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nargaon?
The pincode of Nargaon is 451331.
What is the population of Nargaon?
Nargaon has a total population of 1,828, including 936 males and 892 females.
How many households are there in Nargaon?
There are 371 households in Nargaon.
What is the literacy rate in Nargaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nargaon is 40.43%. Male literacy is 46.26% and female literacy is 34.30%.