Gumgaon
Gumgaon is a village located in Hingna tehsil of Nagpur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Hingna (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Nagpur. As per 2009 stats, Gumgaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gumgaon unique in its vibrant Hingna-Nagpur region. You’ll see Gumgaon’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Gumgaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gumgaon is 536076. The village spans a total geographical area of 254.38 hectares. Nagpur is nearest town to Gumgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
When it comes to local governance, Gumgaon village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Hingna Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Ramtek Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Gumgaon
Population of Gumgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Gumgaon has a total population of about 5,250, with approximately 2,675 males and 2,575 females. The sex ratio is around 962 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 547 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 277 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 606. The overall literacy rate is approximately 79.33%, with male literacy at about 82.28% and female literacy near 76.27%. There are around 1,097 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gumgaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,250 | 2,675 | 2,575 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 547 | 296 | 251 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 277 | 143 | 134 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 606 | 304 | 302 |
| Literate Population | 4,165 | 2,201 | 1,964 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,085 | 474 | 611 |
Connectivity of Gumgaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gumgaon. As per the 2011 stats, Gumgaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Gumgaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Gumgaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gumgaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gumgaon
- Where is Gumgaon located?
- Gumgaon village is situated in Hingna Tehsil, within the Nagpur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gumgaon?
- Gumgaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Gumgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gumgaon is 5,250, with 2,675 males and 2,575 females.
- How many households are there in Gumgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gumgaon village has a total of 1,097 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gumgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gumgaon is 79.33%. The male literacy rate is 82.28%, while the female literacy rate is 76.27%.