Chandgaon - Shrigonda, Ahilyanagar
Chandgaon is a village situated in the Shrigonda tehsil of Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from Shrigonda and around 73 km from Ahmadnagar. Chandgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chandgaon is 558472. The village covers a total geographical area of 1935 hectares and falls under the 413701 pincode. Shrigonda is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Chandgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shrigonda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ahmednagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chandgaon
As per Census 2011, Chandgaon village has a total population of 2,892 people, consisting of 1,517 males and 1,375 females. The village has 612 households and a sex ratio of 906 females per 1,000 males. There are 304 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,919 literate and 973 illiterate residents. Additionally, 467 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 101 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chandgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,892 | 1,517 | 1,375 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 304 | 164 | 140 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 467 | 238 | 229 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 101 | 46 | 55 |
| Literate Population | 1,919 | 1,144 | 775 |
| Illiterate Population | 973 | 373 | 600 |
Nearby Villages of Chandgaon
Chandgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hiradgaon | North-East | 3.77 km |
| Ghodegaon | North-West | 4.83 km |
| Bhingan Dumala | West | 5.04 km |
| Rakshaswadi Kh. | East | 5.63 km |
| Shedgaon | South | 5.79 km |
| Rakshaswadi Bk. | South-East | 6.71 km |
| Kokangaon | North-East | 6.75 km |
| Anandwadi | South-West | 7.61 km |
| Chorachiwadi | West | 7.87 km |
| Adhalgaon | North | 8.45 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chandgaon
Chandgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Shrigonda Road, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 70.3 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 Shrigonda to Chandgaon is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ahmadnagar to Chandgaon is about 73 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chandgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chandgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Chandgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chandgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Chandgaon
Where is Chandgaon located?
Chandgaon village is located in Shrigonda Tehsil, Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chandgaon?
Chandgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chandgaon?
The pincode of Chandgaon is 413701.
What is the population of Chandgaon?
Chandgaon has a total population of 2,892, including 1,517 males and 1,375 females.
How many households are there in Chandgaon?
There are 612 households in Chandgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Chandgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandgaon is 66.36%. Male literacy is 75.41% and female literacy is 56.36%.