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.
Here you can discover what makes Gaigaon unique in its vibrant Balapur-Akola region. You’ll see Gaigaon’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 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
According to the 2011 Census, Gaigaon has a total population of about 4,112, with approximately 2,271 males and 1,841 females. The sex ratio is around 810 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 470 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 920 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 101. The overall literacy rate is approximately 76.58%, with male literacy at about 81.81% and female literacy near 70.12%. There are around 813 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gaigaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.