Gadga - Naigaon (Khairgaon), Nanded
Gadga is a village situated in the Naigaon (Khairgaon) tehsil of Nanded district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Naigaon (khairgaon) and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Nanded. Gadga village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gadga is 545176. The village covers a total geographical area of 1115.93 hectares and falls under the 431722 pincode. Mukhed is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Gadga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Naigaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nanded Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gadga
According to the 2011 Census, Gadga village had a total population of 3,091 people, including 1,572 males and 1,519 females, living in 632 households. The sex ratio was 966 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.29%, with male literacy at 87.08% and female literacy at 63.25%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 487, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 151.
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 | 3,091 | 1,572 | 1,519 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 412 | 218 | 194 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 487 | 239 | 248 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 151 | 75 | 76 |
| Literate Population | 2,017 | 1,179 | 838 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,074 | 393 | 681 |
Nearby Villages of Gadga
Gadga is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Gadga
Public transport in the Gadga is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mukhed to Gadga is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nanded to Gadga is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gadga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gadga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gadga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gadga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gadga
Where is Gadga located?
Gadga village is located in Naigaon (Khairgaon) Tehsil, Nanded district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Gadga?
Gadga is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gadga?
The pincode of Gadga is 431722.
What is the population of Gadga?
Gadga had a total population of 3,091, including 1,572 males and 1,519 females.
How many households are there in Gadga?
Gadga had 632 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gadga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gadga was 75.29%. Male literacy was 87.08% and female literacy was 63.25%.