Goygaon - Vaijapur, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar
Goygaon is a village situated in the Vaijapur tehsil of Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from Vaijapur and around 94 km from Aurangabad. Goyegaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Goygaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Goygaon is 549145. The village covers a total geographical area of 319.33 hectares and falls under the 423701 pincode. Vaijapur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Goygaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vaijapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aurangabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Goygaon
As per Census 2011, Goygaon village has a total population of 1,313 people, consisting of 675 males and 638 females. The village has 251 households and a sex ratio of 945 females per 1,000 males. There are 178 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 967 literate and 346 illiterate residents. Additionally, 82 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 50 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Goygaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,313 | 675 | 638 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 178 | 102 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 82 | 40 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 50 | 26 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 967 | 518 | 449 |
| Illiterate Population | 346 | 157 | 189 |
Nearby Villages of Goygaon
Goygaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kangoni | South-West | 1.74 km |
| Kiratpur | North | 2.11 km |
| Bhaur | North-West | 2.18 km |
| Nagina Pimpalgaon | East | 2.55 km |
| Hingoni | West | 3.31 km |
| Ladgaon | South-East | 3.67 km |
| Fakirabadwadi | East | 3.75 km |
| Dawala | North | 3.79 km |
| Khopadi | West | 3.93 km |
| Khambala | North-East | 3.93 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Goygaon
Public transport in the Goygaon is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Puntamba, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 29.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vaijapur to Goygaon is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Aurangabad to Goygaon is about 94 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Goygaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Goygaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Goygaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Goygaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Goygaon
Where is Goygaon located?
Goygaon village is located in Vaijapur Tehsil, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Goygaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Goygaon is Goyegaon.
What is the pincode of Goygaon?
The pincode of Goygaon is 423701.
What is the population of Goygaon?
Goygaon has a total population of 1,313, including 675 males and 638 females.
How many households are there in Goygaon?
There are 251 households in Goygaon.
What is the literacy rate in Goygaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Goygaon is 73.65%. Male literacy is 76.74% and female literacy is 70.38%.