Ghargaon - Kalamb, Dharashiv
Ghargaon is a village situated in the Kalamb tehsil of Dharashiv district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 14 km from Kalamb and around 60 km from Osmanabad. Ghargaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghargaon is 561325. The village covers a total geographical area of 1049.24 hectares and falls under the 413528 pincode. Kalamb is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Ghargaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ghargaon
As per Census 2011, Ghargaon village has a total population of 2,282 people, consisting of 1,187 males and 1,095 females. The village has 432 households and a sex ratio of 922 females per 1,000 males. There are 276 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,659 literate and 623 illiterate residents. Additionally, 300 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 79 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghargaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,282 | 1,187 | 1,095 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 276 | 153 | 123 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 300 | 149 | 151 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 79 | 41 | 38 |
| Literate Population | 1,659 | 949 | 710 |
| Illiterate Population | 623 | 238 | 385 |
Nearby Villages of Ghargaon
Ghargaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tadgaon | South-West | 2.26 km |
| Wakdi Istal | North | 2.71 km |
| Saundana Amba | North-West | 2.87 km |
| Ranjani | East | 2.95 km |
| Lasra | North-East | 3.06 km |
| Jaiphal | South | 3.55 km |
| Isthal | North | 4.81 km |
| Awad Shirpura | North-West | 5.00 km |
| Apegaon | North | 5.41 km |
| Sevadasnagar | East | 5.58 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ghargaon
Ghargaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Murud, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 83.1 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 Kalamb to Ghargaon is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Osmanabad to Ghargaon 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 Ghargaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghargaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ghargaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghargaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ghargaon
Where is Ghargaon located?
Ghargaon village is located in Kalamb Tehsil, Dharashiv district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghargaon?
Ghargaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ghargaon?
The pincode of Ghargaon is 413528.
What is the population of Ghargaon?
Ghargaon has a total population of 2,282, including 1,187 males and 1,095 females.
How many households are there in Ghargaon?
There are 432 households in Ghargaon.
What is the literacy rate in Ghargaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghargaon is 72.70%. Male literacy is 79.95% and female literacy is 64.84%.