Andhegaon - Himayatnagar, Nanded
Andhegaon is a village situated in the Himayatnagar tehsil of Nanded district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 65 km from the tehsil headquarters in Himayatnagar and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Nanded. Andhegaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Andhegaon is 544413. The village covers a total geographical area of 973.35 hectares and falls under the 431802 pincode. Hadgoan is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Andhegaon 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 Andhegaon
As per Census 2011, Andhegaon village has a total population of 2,123 people, consisting of 1,097 males and 1,026 females. The village has 448 households and a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males. There are 298 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,199 literate and 924 illiterate residents. Additionally, 443 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 300 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Andhegaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,123 | 1,097 | 1,026 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 298 | 154 | 144 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 443 | 218 | 225 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 300 | 159 | 141 |
| Literate Population | 1,199 | 721 | 478 |
| Illiterate Population | 924 | 376 | 548 |
Nearby Villages of Andhegaon
Andhegaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tembhi | North | 2.19 km |
| Pardi (j) | East | 3.49 km |
| Pawana | South | 4.18 km |
| Sarsam (bk) | West | 4.25 km |
| Daresarsam | South-East | 4.64 km |
| Himayatnagar | North | 4.98 km |
| Walkyachiwadi | South-West | 5.01 km |
| Ekdhari | East | 5.31 km |
| Sawana (j) | North-East | 6.08 km |
| Khadki (bazar) | North-West | 6.33 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Andhegaon
Public transport in the Andhegaon is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Himayatnagar, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hadgoan to Andhegaon is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nanded to Andhegaon is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Andhegaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Andhegaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Andhegaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Andhegaon 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 Andhegaon
Where is Andhegaon located?
Andhegaon village is located in Himayatnagar Tehsil, Nanded district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Andhegaon?
Andhegaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Andhegaon?
The pincode of Andhegaon is 431802.
What is the population of Andhegaon?
Andhegaon has a total population of 2,123, including 1,097 males and 1,026 females.
How many households are there in Andhegaon?
There are 448 households in Andhegaon.
What is the literacy rate in Andhegaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Andhegaon is 56.48%. Male literacy is 65.72% and female literacy is 46.59%.