Ghodegaon - Jamkhed, Ahilyanagar
Ghodegaon is a village situated in the Jamkhed tehsil of Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from Jamkhed and around 94 km from Ahmadnagar. Ghodegaon village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghodegaon is 558698. The village covers a total geographical area of 1350.13 hectares and falls under the 413205 pincode. Ahmadnagar is the nearest town, located about 94 km away.
Ghodegaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karjat jamkhed Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ahmednagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghodegaon
According to the 2011 Census, Ghodegaon village had a total population of 1,844 people, including 935 males and 909 females, living in 390 households. The sex ratio was 972 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.60%, with male literacy at 75.52% and female literacy at 55.38%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 459, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 49.
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 | 1,844 | 935 | 909 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 219 | 110 | 109 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 459 | 226 | 233 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 49 | 24 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 1,066 | 623 | 443 |
| Illiterate Population | 778 | 312 | 466 |
Nearby Villages of Ghodegaon
Ghodegaon 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 Ghodegaon
Ghodegaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Ghodegaon has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Ahmadnagar to Ghodegaon is about 94 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghodegaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghodegaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ghodegaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghodegaon 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 Ghodegaon
Where is Ghodegaon located?
Ghodegaon village is located in Jamkhed Tehsil, Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Ghodegaon?
Ghodegaon is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ghodegaon?
The pincode of Ghodegaon is 413205.
What is the population of Ghodegaon?
Ghodegaon had a total population of 1,844, including 935 males and 909 females.
How many households are there in Ghodegaon?
Ghodegaon had 390 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghodegaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghodegaon was 65.60%. Male literacy was 75.52% and female literacy was 55.38%.