Gojegaon - Hadgaon, Nanded
Gojegaon is a village situated in the Hadgaon tehsil of Nanded district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hadgaon and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Nanded. Gojegaon village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gojegaon is 544485. The village covers a total geographical area of 288.25 hectares and falls under the 431712 pincode. Hadgoan is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Gojegaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hadgaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hingoli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gojegaon
According to the 2011 Census, Gojegaon village had a total population of 937 people, including 492 males and 445 females, living in 202 households. The sex ratio was 904 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.25%, with male literacy at 88.79% and female literacy at 66.84%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 331.
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 | 937 | 492 | 445 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 114 | 64 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 331 | 178 | 153 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 644 | 380 | 264 |
| Illiterate Population | 293 | 112 | 181 |
Nearby Villages of Gojegaon
Gojegaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Belgavhan (hadgaon) | West | 0.80 km |
| Wakoda | East | 1.08 km |
| Bhanegaon | West | 1.74 km |
| Chincholi Sangam | North-East | 2.19 km |
| Bhanegaon Tanda | South-West | 2.27 km |
| Kothala | East | 3.31 km |
| Kaleshwar | North | 3.38 km |
| Kaleshwar | North | 3.69 km |
| Marlegaon | East | 4.02 km |
| Ada | West | 4.53 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gojegaon
Gojegaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Julgaon Deccan, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hadgoan to Gojegaon is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nanded to Gojegaon is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gojegaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gojegaon 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 Gojegaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gojegaon 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 Gojegaon
Where is Gojegaon located?
Gojegaon village is located in Hadgaon Tehsil, Nanded district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Gojegaon?
Gojegaon is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gojegaon?
The pincode of Gojegaon is 431712.
What is the population of Gojegaon?
Gojegaon had a total population of 937, including 492 males and 445 females.
How many households are there in Gojegaon?
Gojegaon had 202 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gojegaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gojegaon was 78.25%. Male literacy was 88.79% and female literacy was 66.84%.