Golegaon P.U. - Loha, Nanded
Golegaon P.U. is a village situated in the Loha tehsil of Nanded district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Loha and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Nanded. Golegaon (p.u.) serves as the Village Panchayat for Golegaon P.U. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Golegaon P.U. is 545262. The village covers a total geographical area of 797 hectares and falls under the 431714 pincode. Nanded is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Golegaon P.U. village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Loha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Latur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Golegaon P.U.
According to the 2011 Census, Golegaon P.U. village had a total population of 1,802 people, including 929 males and 873 females, living in 376 households. The sex ratio was 940 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.09%, with male literacy at 80.48% and female literacy at 55.09%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 319.
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 | 1,802 | 929 | 873 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 251 | 135 | 116 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 319 | 159 | 160 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,056 | 639 | 417 |
| Illiterate Population | 746 | 290 | 456 |
Nearby Villages of Golegaon P.U.
Golegaon P.U. 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Karmala | North-East | 2.08 km |
| Hindola | North | 2.35 km |
| Dolara | North | 2.72 km |
| Pimpaldari | North-East | 3.27 km |
| Shiradhon | West | 3.46 km |
| Umra | South-East | 3.57 km |
| Jomegaon | East | 4.08 km |
| Dahikalamba | South | 4.23 km |
| Kapshi Bk. | North-East | 4.95 km |
| Kanjalwadi | North | 5.08 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Golegaon P.U.
Public transport in the Golegaon P.U. is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Huzur Sahib Nanded, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 19.2 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 Nanded to Golegaon P.U. is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Golegaon P.U.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Golegaon P.U. village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Golegaon P.U.
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Golegaon P.U. village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Golegaon P.U.
Where is Golegaon P.U. located?
Golegaon P.U. village is located in Loha Tehsil, Nanded district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Golegaon P.U.?
The Village Panchayat of Golegaon P.U. is Golegaon (p.u.).
What is the pincode of Golegaon P.U.?
The pincode of Golegaon P.U. is 431714.
What is the population of Golegaon P.U.?
Golegaon P.U. had a total population of 1,802, including 929 males and 873 females.
How many households are there in Golegaon P.U.?
Golegaon P.U. had 376 households.
What is the literacy rate in Golegaon P.U.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Golegaon P.U. was 68.09%. Male literacy was 80.48% and female literacy was 55.09%.