Gorlegaon - Hadgaon, Nanded
Gorlegaon 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 70 km from the district headquarters in Nanded. Gorlegaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gorlegaon is 544488. The village covers a total geographical area of 778.13 hectares and falls under the 431712 pincode. Hadgoan is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Gorlegaon 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 Gorlegaon
As per Census 2011, Gorlegaon village has a total population of 1,919 people, consisting of 969 males and 950 females. The village has 413 households and a sex ratio of 980 females per 1,000 males. There are 267 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,240 literate and 679 illiterate residents. Additionally, 447 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 23 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gorlegaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,919 | 969 | 950 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 267 | 137 | 130 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 447 | 227 | 220 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 23 | 13 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 1,240 | 696 | 544 |
| Illiterate Population | 679 | 273 | 406 |
Nearby Villages of Gorlegaon
Gorlegaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hadgaon (rural) | West | 2.11 km |
| Belmandal | East | 2.40 km |
| Kothala | North-West | 2.69 km |
| Babhali | South-East | 2.89 km |
| Limgavhan | North | 3.15 km |
| Banchincholi | South | 3.55 km |
| Marlegaon | North-West | 3.90 km |
| Gurfali | East | 4.10 km |
| Wakoda | North-West | 4.94 km |
| Rajapur | North | 5.32 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gorlegaon
Gorlegaon 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 42.9 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 Gorlegaon is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nanded to Gorlegaon is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gorlegaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gorlegaon 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 Gorlegaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gorlegaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gorlegaon
Where is Gorlegaon located?
Gorlegaon village is located in Hadgaon Tehsil, Nanded district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gorlegaon?
Gorlegaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gorlegaon?
The pincode of Gorlegaon is 431712.
What is the population of Gorlegaon?
Gorlegaon has a total population of 1,919, including 969 males and 950 females.
How many households are there in Gorlegaon?
There are 413 households in Gorlegaon.
What is the literacy rate in Gorlegaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gorlegaon is 64.62%. Male literacy is 71.83% and female literacy is 57.26%.