Hatgaon - Murtijapur, Akola
Hatgaon is a village situated in the Murtijapur tehsil of Akola district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Murtijapur and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Akola. Hatgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hatgaon is 530218. The village covers a total geographical area of 1507 hectares and falls under the 444107 pincode. Murtijapur is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Hatgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Murtijapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Akola Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hatgaon
As per Census 2011, Hatgaon village has a total population of 5,952 people, consisting of 3,062 males and 2,890 females. The village has 1,408 households and a sex ratio of 943 females per 1,000 males. There are 629 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,876 literate and 1,076 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,886 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 226 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hatgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,952 | 3,062 | 2,890 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 629 | 323 | 306 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,886 | 985 | 901 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 226 | 112 | 114 |
| Literate Population | 4,876 | 2,596 | 2,280 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,076 | 466 | 610 |
Nearby Villages of Hatgaon
Hatgaon is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Ramkhed | South-West | 3.21 km |
| Arkhed | South | 3.33 km |
| Hendaj | North-East | 3.35 km |
| Sonala | East | 3.35 km |
| Shelu Wetal | West | 3.37 km |
| Palsoda | East | 3.97 km |
| Sherwadi | South-West | 4.07 km |
| Kharab Navale | North-East | 4.29 km |
| Lodhipur | South | 4.32 km |
| Dahatonda | South-East | 4.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Hatgaon
Hatgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Murtajapur, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 26.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Murtijapur to Hatgaon is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Akola to Hatgaon is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hatgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hatgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Hatgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hatgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Hatgaon
Where is Hatgaon located?
Hatgaon village is located in Murtijapur Tehsil, Akola district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hatgaon?
Hatgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Hatgaon?
The pincode of Hatgaon is 444107.
What is the population of Hatgaon?
Hatgaon has a total population of 5,952, including 3,062 males and 2,890 females.
How many households are there in Hatgaon?
There are 1,408 households in Hatgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Hatgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hatgaon is 81.92%. Male literacy is 84.78% and female literacy is 78.89%.