Ghodgaon - Chopda, Jalgaon
Ghodgaon is a village situated in the Chopda tehsil of Jalgaon district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chopda and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Jalgaon. Ghodgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghodgaon is 526652. The village covers a total geographical area of 1412.25 hectares and falls under the 425108 pincode. Chopda is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Ghodgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chopda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raver Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghodgaon
As per Census 2011, Ghodgaon village has a total population of 3,985 people, consisting of 2,016 males and 1,969 females. The village has 911 households and a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males. There are 522 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,374 literate and 1,611 illiterate residents. Additionally, 121 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,494 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghodgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,985 | 2,016 | 1,969 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 522 | 269 | 253 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 121 | 53 | 68 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,494 | 745 | 749 |
| Literate Population | 2,374 | 1,350 | 1,024 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,611 | 666 | 945 |
Nearby Villages of Ghodgaon
Ghodgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Welode | North | 2.37 km |
| Kusumba | West | 2.99 km |
| Walaki | South | 3.07 km |
| Galangi | North | 3.76 km |
| Shendani | South-West | 3.83 km |
| Malkheda | South | 4.19 km |
| Anwarde Kh. | South-East | 4.64 km |
| Anwarde Bk. | West | 4.69 km |
| Vitner | South-West | 4.82 km |
| Galwade | North-East | 4.89 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ghodgaon
Public transport in the Ghodgaon is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhortex, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chopda to Ghodgaon is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalgaon to Ghodgaon is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghodgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghodgaon 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 Ghodgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghodgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ghodgaon
Where is Ghodgaon located?
Ghodgaon village is located in Chopda Tehsil, Jalgaon district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghodgaon?
Ghodgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ghodgaon?
The pincode of Ghodgaon is 425108.
What is the population of Ghodgaon?
Ghodgaon has a total population of 3,985, including 2,016 males and 1,969 females.
How many households are there in Ghodgaon?
There are 911 households in Ghodgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Ghodgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghodgaon is 59.57%. Male literacy is 66.96% and female literacy is 52.01%.