Gaigaon
Gaigaon is a village located in Balapur tehsil of Akola district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Balapur (tehsildar office) and 15km away from district headquarter Akola. As per 2009 stats, Gaigaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Gaigaon has its own place in the vibrant Akola 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 Gaigaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gaigaon is 529931. The village spans a total geographical area of 1554.4 hectares. Akola is nearest town to Gaigaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.
Google Map of Gaigaon
Population of Gaigaon
Below is a concise population overview of Gaigaon 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 | 4,112 | 2,271 | 1,841 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 470 | 256 | 214 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 920 | 481 | 439 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 101 | 98 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 3,149 | 1,858 | 1,291 |
| Illiterate Population | 963 | 413 | 550 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gaigaon village:
- The total population of Gaigaon village is around 4,112, including approximately 2,271 males and 1,841 females, with a sex ratio of 810 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 470 children aged 0–6 years in Gaigaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Gaigaon village has 920 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 101 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Gaigaon village is about 76.58%, with male literacy at 81.81% and female literacy at 70.12%.
- There are around 813 households in Gaigaon village.
Connectivity of Gaigaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gaigaon. As per the 2011 stats, Gaigaon 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Gaigaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Gaigaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gaigaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gaigaon
- Where is Gaigaon located?
- Gaigaon village is situated in Balapur Tehsil, within the Akola district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gaigaon?
- Gaigaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Gaigaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gaigaon is 4,112, with 2,271 males and 1,841 females.
- How many households are there in Gaigaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gaigaon village has a total of 813 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gaigaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gaigaon is 76.58%. The male literacy rate is 81.81%, while the female literacy rate is 70.12%.