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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Nategaon village has a total population of 2,319 people, consisting of 1,193 males and 1,126 females. The village has 406 households and a sex ratio of 943 females per 1,000 males. There are 286 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,687 literate and 632 illiterate residents. Additionally, 88 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 155 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nategaon are given below:
| 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 gram panchayat of Nategaon?
Nategaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nategaon?
The pincode of Nategaon is 423603.
What is the population of Nategaon?
Nategaon has a total population of 2,319, including 1,193 males and 1,126 females.
How many households are there in Nategaon?
There are 406 households in Nategaon.
What is the literacy rate in Nategaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nategaon is 72.75%. Male literacy is 80.55% and female literacy is 64.48%.