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.
Gaikwad Jalgaon has its own place in the vibrant Ahmadnagar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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.
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Population of Gaikwad Jalgaon
Below is a concise population overview of Gaikwad Jalgaon as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gaikwad Jalgaon village:
- The total population of Gaikwad Jalgaon village is around 2,164, including approximately 1,135 males and 1,029 females, with a sex ratio of 906 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 316 children aged 0–6 years in Gaikwad Jalgaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Gaikwad Jalgaon village has 532 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 123 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Gaikwad Jalgaon village is about 63.35%, with male literacy at 70.75% and female literacy at 55.20%.
- There are around 442 households in Gaikwad Jalgaon village.
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%.