Ghodegaon - Telhara, Akola
Ghodegaon is a village situated in the Telhara tehsil of Akola district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Telhara and around 69 km from the district headquarters in Akola. Ghodegaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghodegaon is 529650. The village covers a total geographical area of 1100 hectares and falls under the 444108 pincode. Telhara is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Ghodegaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ghodegaon
As per Census 2011, Ghodegaon village has a total population of 3,393 people, consisting of 1,718 males and 1,675 females. The village has 714 households and a sex ratio of 974 females per 1,000 males. There are 499 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,576 literate and 817 illiterate residents. Additionally, 652 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghodegaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,393 | 1,718 | 1,675 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 499 | 238 | 261 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 652 | 343 | 309 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 2,576 | 1,365 | 1,211 |
| Illiterate Population | 817 | 353 | 464 |
Nearby Villages of Ghodegaon
Ghodegaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gadegaon | South-West | 2.45 km |
| Ranegaon | East | 3.13 km |
| Warud Bk. | North-East | 3.22 km |
| Jastagaon | South-East | 3.25 km |
| Khaparkhed | South | 3.97 km |
| Belkhed | North-West | 4.55 km |
| Bhamberi | South | 4.76 km |
| Akoli Ruprao | North-East | 4.79 km |
| Chapaner | South-East | 5.62 km |
| Talegaon Budruk | North | 6.16 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ghodegaon
Ghodegaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Adgaon Buzurg, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Telhara to Ghodegaon is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Akola to Ghodegaon is about 69 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghodegaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghodegaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ghodegaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghodegaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ghodegaon
Where is Ghodegaon located?
Ghodegaon village is located in Telhara Tehsil, Akola district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghodegaon?
Ghodegaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ghodegaon?
The pincode of Ghodegaon is 444108.
What is the population of Ghodegaon?
Ghodegaon has a total population of 3,393, including 1,718 males and 1,675 females.
How many households are there in Ghodegaon?
There are 714 households in Ghodegaon.
What is the literacy rate in Ghodegaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghodegaon is 75.92%. Male literacy is 79.45% and female literacy is 72.30%.