Mahagaon - Shegaon, Buldhana
Mahagaon is a village situated in the Shegaon tehsil of Buldhana district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 11 km from Shegaon and around 85 km from Buldana. Jawala Palaskhed serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mahagaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahagaon is 528440. The village covers a total geographical area of 164.43 hectares and falls under the 444203 pincode. Shegaon is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Mahagaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jalgaon (Jamod) Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Buldhana Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mahagaon
As per Census 2011, Mahagaon village has a total population of 306 people, consisting of 165 males and 141 females. The village has 73 households and a sex ratio of 854 females per 1,000 males. There are 45 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 218 literate and 88 illiterate residents. Additionally, 189 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 40 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mahagaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 306 | 165 | 141 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 25 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 189 | 102 | 87 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 40 | 23 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 218 | 129 | 89 |
| Illiterate Population | 88 | 36 | 52 |
Nearby Villages of Mahagaon
Mahagaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Majalapur | South | 1.20 km |
| Jawala Palaskhed | North | 1.31 km |
| Tintrav | West | 2.41 km |
| Gavhan | South-East | 2.49 km |
| Jawala Bk. | East | 2.85 km |
| Warud | South | 3.26 km |
| Warkhed Bk. | North-East | 3.52 km |
| Gaigaon Bk. | North-West | 4.10 km |
| Gaigaon Kh. | West | 4.55 km |
| Chincholi Karfarma | North-West | 4.90 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mahagaon
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Mahagaon. The nearest railway station is S K Nagjihari, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Shegaon to Mahagaon is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Buldana to Mahagaon is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mahagaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahagaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Mahagaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahagaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Mahagaon
Where is Mahagaon located?
Mahagaon village is located in Shegaon Tehsil, Buldhana district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahagaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahagaon is Jawala Palaskhed.
What is the pincode of Mahagaon?
The pincode of Mahagaon is 444203.
What is the population of Mahagaon?
Mahagaon has a total population of 306, including 165 males and 141 females.
How many households are there in Mahagaon?
There are 73 households in Mahagaon.
What is the literacy rate in Mahagaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahagaon is 71.24%. Male literacy is 78.18% and female literacy is 63.12%.