Nimgaon(Muska) - Dhanora, Gadchiroli
Nimgaon(Muska) is a village situated in the Dhanora tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 36 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanora and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Nimgaon serves as the Village Panchayat for Nimgaon(Muska) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nimgaon(Muska) is 538870. The village covers a total geographical area of 299.44 hectares and falls under the 442606 pincode. Gadchiroli is the nearest town, located about 53 km away.
Nimgaon(Muska) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Armori Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gadchiroli-Chimur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nimgaon(Muska)
According to the 2011 Census, Nimgaon(Muska) village had a total population of 307 people, including 154 males and 153 females, living in 74 households. The sex ratio was 994 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.85%, with male literacy at 90.65% and female literacy at 67.74%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 305.
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 | 307 | 154 | 153 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 15 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 305 | 153 | 152 |
| Literate Population | 210 | 126 | 84 |
| Illiterate Population | 97 | 28 | 69 |
Nearby Villages of Nimgaon(Muska)
Nimgaon(Muska) is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Nimgaon(Muska)
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Nimgaon(Muska).
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gadchiroli to Nimgaon(Muska) is about 53 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gadchiroli to Nimgaon(Muska) is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nimgaon(Muska)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nimgaon(Muska) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Nimgaon(Muska)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nimgaon(Muska) 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 Nimgaon(Muska)
Where is Nimgaon(Muska) located?
Nimgaon(Muska) village is located in Dhanora Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Nimgaon(Muska)?
The Village Panchayat of Nimgaon(Muska) is Nimgaon.
What is the pincode of Nimgaon(Muska)?
The pincode of Nimgaon(Muska) is 442606.
What is the population of Nimgaon(Muska)?
Nimgaon(Muska) had a total population of 307, including 154 males and 153 females.
How many households are there in Nimgaon(Muska)?
Nimgaon(Muska) had 74 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nimgaon(Muska)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nimgaon(Muska) was 79.85%. Male literacy was 90.65% and female literacy was 67.74%.