Nategaon - Kopargaon, Ahilyanagar
Nategaon is a village situated in the Kopargaon tehsil of Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 13 km from Kopargaon and around 120 km from Ahmadnagar. Nategaon village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nategaon is 557511. The village covers a total geographical area of 598 hectares and falls under the 423603 pincode. Kopargaon is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Nategaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kopargaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shirdi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nategaon
According to the 2011 Census, Nategaon village had a total population of 2,319 people, including 1,193 males and 1,126 females, living in 406 households. The sex ratio was 944 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.98%, with male literacy at 91.96% and female literacy at 73.48%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 88, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 155.
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 | 2,319 | 1,193 | 1,126 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 286 | 148 | 138 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 88 | 39 | 49 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 155 | 76 | 79 |
| Literate Population | 1,687 | 961 | 726 |
| Illiterate Population | 632 | 232 | 400 |
Nearby Villages of Nategaon
Nategaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Badapur | North | 2.74 km |
| Bramhangaon | South-West | 2.78 km |
| Yesgaon | South | 3.47 km |
| Anchalgaon | South-East | 3.60 km |
| Nandesar | North-East | 3.75 km |
| Nimgaon Madh | West | 4.34 km |
| Adgaon Chothava | East | 4.67 km |
| Paregaon | North | 4.77 km |
| Khirdi Ganesh | South-East | 4.77 km |
| Takali | South | 5.13 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nategaon
Nategaon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Yeola, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 26.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kopargaon to Nategaon is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ahmadnagar to Nategaon is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nategaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nategaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Nategaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nategaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Nategaon
Where is Nategaon located?
Nategaon village is located in Kopargaon Tehsil, Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Nategaon?
Nategaon is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nategaon?
The pincode of Nategaon is 423603.
What is the population of Nategaon?
Nategaon had a total population of 2,319, including 1,193 males and 1,126 females.
How many households are there in Nategaon?
Nategaon had 406 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nategaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nategaon was 82.98%. Male literacy was 91.96% and female literacy was 73.48%.