Gilgaon
About Gilgaon
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Gilgaon village is 539254. Gilgaon village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 1317.69 hectares. Gilgaon has a total population of 1,437 peoples, out of which male population is 733 while female population is 704. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 960 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of gilgaon village is 63.40% out of which 69.71% males and 56.82% females are literate. There are about 365 houses in gilgaon village.
Gadchiroli is nearest town to gilgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
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Population of Gilgaon
The population details of Gilgaon cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,437 | 733 | 704 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 150 | 89 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 286 | 150 | 136 |
| Literate Population | 911 | 511 | 400 |
| Illiterate Population | 526 | 222 | 304 |
Connectivity of Gilgaon
| 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 |
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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%.