Nalegaon - Vaijapur, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar
Nalegaon is a village situated in the Vaijapur tehsil of Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 31 km from Vaijapur and around 60 km from Aurangabad. Nalegaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nalegaon is 549083. The village covers a total geographical area of 1054 hectares and falls under the 423703 pincode. Vaijapur is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Nalegaon 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 Nalegaon
According to the 2011 Census, Nalegaon village had a total population of 2,119 people, including 1,126 males and 993 females, living in 453 households. The sex ratio was 882 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.37%, with male literacy at 86.23% and female literacy at 65.75%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 457, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 88.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,119 | 1,126 | 993 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 299 | 182 | 117 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 457 | 248 | 209 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 88 | 47 | 41 |
| Literate Population | 1,390 | 814 | 576 |
| Illiterate Population | 729 | 312 | 417 |
Nearby Villages of Nalegaon
Nalegaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Safiyabadwadi | North | 2.51 km |
| Sanjarpurwadi | South-West | 3.26 km |
| Dhondalgaon | South-East | 3.95 km |
| Hajipurwadi | North | 4.68 km |
| Borsar | West | 5.27 km |
| Pathri | East | 5.63 km |
| Raghunathpurwadi | North-West | 6.19 km |
| Pashapur | South-East | 6.22 km |
| Shivgaon | North-East | 6.34 km |
| Aurangpur | South-West | 6.65 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nalegaon
Nalegaon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Karanjgaon, while the nearest airport is Aurangabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Vaijapur to Nalegaon is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Aurangabad to Nalegaon is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nalegaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nalegaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Nalegaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nalegaon 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 Nalegaon
Where is Nalegaon located?
Nalegaon village is located in Vaijapur Tehsil, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nalegaon?
Nalegaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nalegaon?
The pincode of Nalegaon is 423703.
What is the population of Nalegaon?
Nalegaon had a total population of 2,119, including 1,126 males and 993 females.
How many households are there in Nalegaon?
Nalegaon had 453 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nalegaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nalegaon was 76.37%. Male literacy was 86.23% and female literacy was 65.75%.