Ghodegaon
Ghodegaon is a village located in Jamkhed tehsil of Ahmadnagar district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Jamkhed (tehsildar office) and 94km away from district headquarter Ahmadnagar. As per 2009 stats, Ghodegaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Ghodegaon unique in its vibrant Jamkhed-Ahmadnagar region. You’ll see Ghodegaon’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Ghodegaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ghodegaon is 558698. The village spans a total geographical area of 1350.13 hectares. Ahmadnagar is nearest town to Ghodegaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 94km away.
When it comes to local governance, Ghodegaon village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Karjat jamkhed Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Ahmednagar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Ghodegaon
Population of Ghodegaon
According to the 2011 Census, Ghodegaon has a total population of about 1,844, with approximately 935 males and 909 females. The sex ratio is around 972 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 219 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 459 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 49. The overall literacy rate is approximately 57.81%, with male literacy at about 66.63% and female literacy near 48.73%. There are around 390 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ghodegaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,844 | 935 | 909 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 219 | 110 | 109 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 459 | 226 | 233 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 49 | 24 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 1,066 | 623 | 443 |
| Illiterate Population | 778 | 312 | 466 |
Connectivity of Ghodegaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ghodegaon. As per the 2011 stats, Ghodegaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ghodegaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Ghodegaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ghodegaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ghodegaon
- Where is Ghodegaon located?
- Ghodegaon village is situated in Jamkhed Tehsil, within the Ahmadnagar district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ghodegaon?
- Ghodegaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Ghodegaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ghodegaon is 1,844, with 935 males and 909 females.
- How many households are there in Ghodegaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ghodegaon village has a total of 390 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ghodegaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ghodegaon is 57.81%. The male literacy rate is 66.63%, while the female literacy rate is 48.73%.