Mokasdara - Naigaon (Khairgaon), Nanded
Mokasdara is a village situated in the Naigaon (Khairgaon) tehsil of Nanded district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Naigaon (khairgaon) and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Nanded. Mokasdara village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mokasdara is 545172. The village covers a total geographical area of 306.41 hectares and falls under the 431722 pincode. Nanded is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Mokasdara 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 Mokasdara
According to the 2011 Census, Mokasdara village had a total population of 1,103 people, including 591 males and 512 females, living in 243 households. The sex ratio was 866 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.09%, with male literacy at 81.66% and female literacy at 55.07%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 318, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 1,103 | 591 | 512 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 142 | 84 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 318 | 170 | 148 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 664 | 414 | 250 |
| Illiterate Population | 439 | 177 | 262 |
Nearby Villages of Mokasdara
Mokasdara 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 Mokasdara
Mokasdara is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Mokasdara is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nanded to Mokasdara is about 57 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 Mokasdara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mokasdara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Mokasdara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mokasdara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Mokasdara
Where is Mokasdara located?
Mokasdara village is located in Naigaon (Khairgaon) Tehsil, Nanded district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Mokasdara?
Mokasdara is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mokasdara?
The pincode of Mokasdara is 431722.
What is the population of Mokasdara?
Mokasdara had a total population of 1,103, including 591 males and 512 females.
How many households are there in Mokasdara?
Mokasdara had 243 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mokasdara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mokasdara was 69.09%. Male literacy was 81.66% and female literacy was 55.07%.