Hanumantgaon - Vaijapur, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar
Hanumantgaon is a village situated in the Vaijapur tehsil of Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from Vaijapur and around 65 km from Aurangabad. Hanumantgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hanumantgaon is 549159. The village covers a total geographical area of 961 hectares and falls under the 423701 pincode. Vaijapur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Hanumantgaon 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 Hanumantgaon
As per Census 2011, Hanumantgaon village has a total population of 1,625 people, consisting of 851 males and 774 females. The village has 335 households and a sex ratio of 909 females per 1,000 males. There are 200 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,097 literate and 528 illiterate residents. Additionally, 80 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 43 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hanumantgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,625 | 851 | 774 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 200 | 116 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 80 | 50 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 43 | 18 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 1,097 | 624 | 473 |
| Illiterate Population | 528 | 227 | 301 |
Nearby Villages of Hanumantgaon
Hanumantgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Virgaon | South-West | 3.16 km |
| Chorwaghalgaon | East | 3.43 km |
| Sirasgaon | South | 3.54 km |
| Chinchadgaon | North-East | 3.90 km |
| Satana | North-West | 4.77 km |
| Mhaski | West | 4.78 km |
| Jambargaon | North-West | 4.88 km |
| Tembhi | South-East | 5.67 km |
| Murshadpur | South-West | 5.87 km |
| Kautgaon | South | 6.47 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Hanumantgaon
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Hanumantgaon. The nearest railway station is Rotegaon, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Hanumantgaon is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Aurangabad to Hanumantgaon is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hanumantgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hanumantgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Hanumantgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hanumantgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Hanumantgaon
Where is Hanumantgaon located?
Hanumantgaon village is located in Vaijapur Tehsil, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hanumantgaon?
Hanumantgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Hanumantgaon?
The pincode of Hanumantgaon is 423701.
What is the population of Hanumantgaon?
Hanumantgaon has a total population of 1,625, including 851 males and 774 females.
How many households are there in Hanumantgaon?
There are 335 households in Hanumantgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Hanumantgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hanumantgaon is 67.51%. Male literacy is 73.33% and female literacy is 61.11%.