Jategaon - Vaijapur, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar
Jategaon is a village situated in the Vaijapur tehsil of Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from Vaijapur and around 80 km from Aurangabad. Jategaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jategaon is 549164. The village covers a total geographical area of 1263 hectares and falls under the 423701 pincode. Vaijapur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Jategaon 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 Jategaon
As per Census 2011, Jategaon village has a total population of 2,276 people, consisting of 1,166 males and 1,110 females. The village has 458 households and a sex ratio of 951 females per 1,000 males. There are 336 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,469 literate and 807 illiterate residents. Additionally, 347 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 18 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jategaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,276 | 1,166 | 1,110 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 336 | 188 | 148 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 347 | 181 | 166 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 18 | 9 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 1,469 | 839 | 630 |
| Illiterate Population | 807 | 327 | 480 |
Nearby Villages of Jategaon
Jategaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Panvi Bk. | North-East | 3.57 km |
| Kautgaon | North-West | 3.57 km |
| Chandegaon | West | 3.71 km |
| Tembhi | North | 3.99 km |
| Mali Ghogargaon | South-East | 4.40 km |
| Wakti | East | 5.80 km |
| Sirasgaon | North | 5.84 km |
| Dagpimpalgaon | West | 6.00 km |
| Nadi | West | 6.28 km |
| Awwalgaon | South | 6.29 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jategaon
Jategaon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Puntamba, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.7 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 Jategaon is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Aurangabad to Jategaon is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jategaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jategaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jategaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jategaon 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jategaon
Where is Jategaon located?
Jategaon village is located in Vaijapur Tehsil, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jategaon?
Jategaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jategaon?
The pincode of Jategaon is 423701.
What is the population of Jategaon?
Jategaon has a total population of 2,276, including 1,166 males and 1,110 females.
How many households are there in Jategaon?
There are 458 households in Jategaon.
What is the literacy rate in Jategaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jategaon is 64.54%. Male literacy is 71.96% and female literacy is 56.76%.