Mugaon - Naigaon (Khairgaon), Nanded
Mugaon 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 65 km from the district headquarters in Nanded. Mugaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mugaon is 545187. The village covers a total geographical area of 325 hectares and falls under the 431722 pincode. Nanded is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Mugaon 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 Mugaon
As per Census 2011, Mugaon village has a total population of 3,887 people, consisting of 1,981 males and 1,906 females. The village has 920 households and a sex ratio of 962 females per 1,000 males. There are 561 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,322 literate and 1,565 illiterate residents. Additionally, 795 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 105 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mugaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,887 | 1,981 | 1,906 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 561 | 305 | 256 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 795 | 411 | 384 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 105 | 49 | 56 |
| Literate Population | 2,322 | 1,338 | 984 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,565 | 643 | 922 |
Nearby Villages of Mugaon
Mugaon 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 Mugaon
Mugaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Nanded to Mugaon is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mugaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mugaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mugaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mugaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mugaon
Where is Mugaon located?
Mugaon village is located in Naigaon (Khairgaon) Tehsil, Nanded district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mugaon?
Mugaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mugaon?
The pincode of Mugaon is 431722.
What is the population of Mugaon?
Mugaon has a total population of 3,887, including 1,981 males and 1,906 females.
How many households are there in Mugaon?
There are 920 households in Mugaon.
What is the literacy rate in Mugaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mugaon is 59.74%. Male literacy is 67.54% and female literacy is 51.63%.