Gaikwad Jalgaon
Gaikwad Jalgaon is a village located in Shevgaon tehsil of Ahmadnagar district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Shevgaon (tehsildar office) and 90km away from district headquarter Ahmadnagar. As per 2009 stats, Gaikwad Jalgaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gaikwad Jalgaon unique in its vibrant Shevgaon-Ahmadnagar region. You’ll see Gaikwad Jalgaon’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 Gaikwad Jalgaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gaikwad Jalgaon is 557906. The village spans a total geographical area of 1042 hectares. Ahmadnagar is nearest town to Gaikwad Jalgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 90km away.
When it comes to local governance, Gaikwad Jalgaon 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 Shevgaon 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 Gaikwad Jalgaon
Population of Gaikwad Jalgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Gaikwad Jalgaon has a total population of about 2,164, with approximately 1,135 males and 1,029 females. The sex ratio is around 906 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 316 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 532 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 123. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.35%, with male literacy at about 70.75% and female literacy near 55.20%. There are around 442 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gaikwad Jalgaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,164 | 1,135 | 1,029 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 316 | 179 | 137 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 532 | 284 | 248 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 123 | 69 | 54 |
| Literate Population | 1,371 | 803 | 568 |
| Illiterate Population | 793 | 332 | 461 |
Connectivity of Gaikwad Jalgaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gaikwad Jalgaon. As per the 2011 stats, Gaikwad Jalgaon 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 Gaikwad Jalgaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Gaikwad Jalgaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gaikwad Jalgaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gaikwad Jalgaon
- Where is Gaikwad Jalgaon located?
- Gaikwad Jalgaon village is situated in Shevgaon Tehsil, within the Ahmadnagar district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gaikwad Jalgaon?
- Gaikwad Jalgaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Gaikwad Jalgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gaikwad Jalgaon is 2,164, with 1,135 males and 1,029 females.
- How many households are there in Gaikwad Jalgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gaikwad Jalgaon village has a total of 442 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gaikwad Jalgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gaikwad Jalgaon is 63.35%. The male literacy rate is 70.75%, while the female literacy rate is 55.20%.