Ghodegaon - Chalisgaon, Jalgaon
Ghodegaon is a village situated in the Chalisgaon tehsil of Jalgaon district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chalisgaon and around 125 km from the district headquarters in Jalgaon. Ghodegaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghodegaon is 527853. The village covers a total geographical area of 588.85 hectares and falls under the 424108 pincode. Chalisgaon is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Ghodegaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ghodegaon
As per Census 2011, Ghodegaon village has a total population of 3,771 people, consisting of 2,042 males and 1,729 females. The village has 623 households and a sex ratio of 846 females per 1,000 males. There are 672 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,988 literate and 1,783 illiterate residents. Additionally, 105 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 277 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghodegaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,771 | 2,042 | 1,729 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 672 | 377 | 295 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 105 | 54 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 277 | 140 | 137 |
| Literate Population | 1,988 | 1,322 | 666 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,783 | 720 | 1,063 |
Nearby Villages of Ghodegaon
Ghodegaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kharadi | South-East | 2.73 km |
| Rajdehare | South | 2.86 km |
| Karanjgaon | North | 2.96 km |
| Rohini | North-West | 3.23 km |
| Shindi | North-East | 3.76 km |
| Vishnunagar | East | 3.93 km |
| Hingane Dehere | South-West | 4.54 km |
| Odhare | East | 5.19 km |
| Naydongari | West | 5.76 km |
| Hatgaon | North-West | 6.06 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ghodegaon
Ghodegaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Rohini, while the nearest airport is Aurangabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chalisgaon to Ghodegaon is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalgaon to Ghodegaon is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghodegaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghodegaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ghodegaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghodegaon 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 Ghodegaon
Where is Ghodegaon located?
Ghodegaon village is located in Chalisgaon Tehsil, Jalgaon district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghodegaon?
Ghodegaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ghodegaon?
The pincode of Ghodegaon is 424108.
What is the population of Ghodegaon?
Ghodegaon has a total population of 3,771, including 2,042 males and 1,729 females.
How many households are there in Ghodegaon?
There are 623 households in Ghodegaon.
What is the literacy rate in Ghodegaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghodegaon is 52.72%. Male literacy is 64.74% and female literacy is 38.52%.