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.

Gilgaon has its own place in the vibrant Gadchiroli region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

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.

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Population of Gilgaon

Below is a concise population overview of Gilgaon as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gilgaon village:

  • The total population of Gilgaon village is around 1,437, including approximately 733 males and 704 females, with a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 150 children aged 0–6 years in Gilgaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gilgaon village has 7 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 286 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Gilgaon village is about 63.40%, with male literacy at 69.71% and female literacy at 56.82%.
  • There are around 365 households in Gilgaon village.

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.

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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%.