Handinimgaon - Nevasa, Ahilyanagar
Handinimgaon is a village situated in the Nevasa tehsil of Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 44 km from Nevasa and around 53 km from Ahmadnagar. Handi Nimgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Handinimgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Handinimgaon is 557750. The village covers a total geographical area of 786 hectares and falls under the 414609 pincode. Ahmadnagar is the nearest town, located about 53 km away.
Handinimgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nevasa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shirdi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Handinimgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Handinimgaon village had a total population of 2,542 people, including 1,301 males and 1,241 females, living in 532 households. The sex ratio was 954 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.84%, with male literacy at 86.48% and female literacy at 70.95%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 485, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 97.
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 | 2,542 | 1,301 | 1,241 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 344 | 184 | 160 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 485 | 258 | 227 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 97 | 44 | 53 |
| Literate Population | 1,733 | 966 | 767 |
| Illiterate Population | 809 | 335 | 474 |
Nearby Villages of Handinimgaon
Handinimgaon 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 Handinimgaon
Handinimgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ahmadnagar to Handinimgaon is about 53 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Handinimgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Handinimgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Handinimgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Handinimgaon 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 Handinimgaon
Where is Handinimgaon located?
Handinimgaon village is located in Nevasa Tehsil, Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Handinimgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Handinimgaon is Handi Nimgaon.
What is the pincode of Handinimgaon?
The pincode of Handinimgaon is 414609.
What is the population of Handinimgaon?
Handinimgaon had a total population of 2,542, including 1,301 males and 1,241 females.
How many households are there in Handinimgaon?
Handinimgaon had 532 households.
What is the literacy rate in Handinimgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Handinimgaon was 78.84%. Male literacy was 86.48% and female literacy was 70.95%.