Gilgaon
Gilgaon is a village located in Chamorshi tehsil of Gadchiroli district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Chamorshi (tehsildar office) and 10km away from district headquarter Gadchiroli. As per 2009 stats, Gilgaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gilgaon unique in its vibrant Chamorshi-Gadchiroli region. You’ll see Gilgaon’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Gilgaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gilgaon is 539254. The village spans a total geographical area of 1317.69 hectares. Gadchiroli is nearest town to Gilgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Gilgaon
Population of Gilgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Gilgaon has a total population of about 1,437, with approximately 733 males and 704 females. The sex ratio is around 960 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 150 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 7 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 286. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.40%, with male literacy at about 69.71% and female literacy near 56.82%. There are around 365 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gilgaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,437 | 733 | 704 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 150 | 89 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 286 | 150 | 136 |
| Literate Population | 911 | 511 | 400 |
| Illiterate Population | 526 | 222 | 304 |
Connectivity of Gilgaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gilgaon. As per the 2011 stats, Gilgaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gilgaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Gilgaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gilgaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gilgaon
- Where is Gilgaon located?
- Gilgaon village is situated in Chamorshi Tehsil, within the Gadchiroli district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gilgaon?
- Gilgaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Gilgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gilgaon is 1,437, with 733 males and 704 females.
- How many households are there in Gilgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gilgaon village has a total of 365 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gilgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gilgaon is 63.40%. The male literacy rate is 69.71%, while the female literacy rate is 56.82%.