Ghodegaon - Shrigonda, Ahilyanagar
Ghodegaon is a village situated in the Shrigonda tehsil of Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 5 km from Shrigonda and around 70 km from Ahmadnagar. Ghodegaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghodegaon is 558469. The village covers a total geographical area of 1177 hectares and falls under the 413701 pincode. Shrigonda is the nearest town, located about 5 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 Shrigonda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ahmednagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghodegaon
As per Census 2011, Ghodegaon village has a total population of 1,890 people, consisting of 967 males and 923 females. The village has 384 households and a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males. There are 251 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,222 literate and 668 illiterate residents. Additionally, 218 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 116 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghodegaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,890 | 967 | 923 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 251 | 129 | 122 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 218 | 103 | 115 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 116 | 59 | 57 |
| Literate Population | 1,222 | 698 | 524 |
| Illiterate Population | 668 | 269 | 399 |
Nearby Villages of Ghodegaon
Ghodegaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhingan Dumala | South-West | 3.51 km |
| Chandgaon | South-East | 4.83 km |
| Adhalgaon | North | 4.86 km |
| Hiradgaon | East | 5.95 km |
| Chorachiwadi | South-West | 6.24 km |
| Kokangaon | East | 6.87 km |
| Dokewadi | North-East | 7.47 km |
| Ghugalwadgaon | North | 7.80 km |
| Velu | South-West | 8.71 km |
| Belwandi Kothar | North-West | 9.32 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ghodegaon
Ghodegaon 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 67.8 km.
| 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 Shrigonda to Ghodegaon is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ahmadnagar to Ghodegaon is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 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 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
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) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Ghodegaon
Where is Ghodegaon located?
Ghodegaon village is located in Shrigonda Tehsil, Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghodegaon?
Ghodegaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ghodegaon?
The pincode of Ghodegaon is 413701.
What is the population of Ghodegaon?
Ghodegaon has a total population of 1,890, including 967 males and 923 females.
How many households are there in Ghodegaon?
There are 384 households in Ghodegaon.
What is the literacy rate in Ghodegaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghodegaon is 64.66%. Male literacy is 72.18% and female literacy is 56.77%.