Ajegaon - Sengaon, Hingoli
Ajegaon is a village situated in the Sengaon tehsil of Hingoli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sengaon and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Hingoli. Aajegaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ajegaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ajegaon is 545758. The village covers a total geographical area of 2578 hectares and falls under the 431703 pincode. Risod is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Ajegaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hingoli Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Ajegaon
As per Census 2011, Ajegaon village has a total population of 4,108 people, consisting of 2,122 males and 1,986 females. The village has 833 households and a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males. There are 522 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,791 literate and 1,317 illiterate residents. Additionally, 867 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ajegaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,108 | 2,122 | 1,986 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 522 | 273 | 249 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 867 | 434 | 433 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 2,791 | 1,619 | 1,172 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,317 | 503 | 814 |
Nearby Villages of Ajegaon
Ajegaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Datada Kh | West | 2.81 km |
| Shindephal | South | 3.28 km |
| Dhangarwadi | East | 3.74 km |
| Waghjali | North-West | 4.28 km |
| Taktoda | North-East | 4.29 km |
| Sukli Bk | South-West | 4.40 km |
| Datada Bk | West | 4.74 km |
| Palshi | South-East | 4.97 km |
| Shivni Kh | South-East | 5.23 km |
| Kahakar Bk | North | 5.31 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ajegaon
Ajegaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Malsailu, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Risod to Ajegaon is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hingoli to Ajegaon is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ajegaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ajegaon 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 Ajegaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ajegaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ajegaon
Where is Ajegaon located?
Ajegaon village is located in Sengaon Tehsil, Hingoli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ajegaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Ajegaon is Aajegaon.
What is the pincode of Ajegaon?
The pincode of Ajegaon is 431703.
What is the population of Ajegaon?
Ajegaon has a total population of 4,108, including 2,122 males and 1,986 females.
How many households are there in Ajegaon?
There are 833 households in Ajegaon.
What is the literacy rate in Ajegaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ajegaon is 67.94%. Male literacy is 76.30% and female literacy is 59.01%.