Mandavgan - Shrigonda, Ahilyanagar
Mandavgan is a village situated in the Shrigonda tehsil of Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 70 km from Shrigonda and around 40 km from Ahmadnagar. Mandavgan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mandavgan is 558440. The village covers a total geographical area of 6022 hectares and falls under the 414101 pincode. Shrigonda is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Mandavgan 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 Mandavgan
As per Census 2011, Mandavgan village has a total population of 6,305 people, consisting of 3,244 males and 3,061 females. The village has 1,392 households and a sex ratio of 943 females per 1,000 males. There are 687 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,418 literate and 1,887 illiterate residents. Additionally, 877 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 78 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mandavgan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,305 | 3,244 | 3,061 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 687 | 375 | 312 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 877 | 450 | 427 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 78 | 41 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 4,418 | 2,534 | 1,884 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,887 | 710 | 1,177 |
Nearby Villages of Mandavgan
Mandavgan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mahandulwadi | South-East | 3.42 km |
| Ralegan | North-West | 5.17 km |
| Banpimpri | East | 5.53 km |
| Gunwadi | North | 5.61 km |
| Kamathi | South-West | 5.94 km |
| Ambilwadi | North-East | 6.29 km |
| Vadghul | South-West | 6.53 km |
| Khandgaon | South | 7.53 km |
| Taradgavhan | East | 8.06 km |
| Rui Chhattishi | North | 8.16 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mandavgan
Mandavgan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sarola, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 76.0 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 Mandavgan is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ahmadnagar to Mandavgan is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mandavgan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mandavgan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mandavgan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mandavgan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mandavgan
Where is Mandavgan located?
Mandavgan village is located in Shrigonda Tehsil, Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mandavgan?
Mandavgan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mandavgan?
The pincode of Mandavgan is 414101.
What is the population of Mandavgan?
Mandavgan has a total population of 6,305, including 3,244 males and 3,061 females.
How many households are there in Mandavgan?
There are 1,392 households in Mandavgan.
What is the literacy rate in Mandavgan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mandavgan is 70.07%. Male literacy is 78.11% and female literacy is 61.55%.