Gandhinagar - Baglan, Nashik
Gandhinagar is a village situated in the Baglan tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 34 km from the tehsil headquarters in Satana and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Wathode serves as the Village Panchayat for Gandhinagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gandhinagar is 550099. The village covers a total geographical area of 345.6 hectares and falls under the 423302 pincode. Satana is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Gandhinagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baglan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhule Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gandhinagar
According to the 2011 Census, Gandhinagar village had a total population of 557 people, including 286 males and 271 females, living in 116 households. The sex ratio was 948 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 43.87%, with male literacy at 50.84% and female literacy at 36.56%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 557.
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 | 557 | 286 | 271 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 92 | 48 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 557 | 286 | 271 |
| Literate Population | 204 | 121 | 83 |
| Illiterate Population | 353 | 165 | 188 |
Nearby Villages of Gandhinagar
Gandhinagar 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 Gandhinagar
Gandhinagar 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 | 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 Satana to Gandhinagar is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Gandhinagar is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gandhinagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gandhinagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gandhinagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gandhinagar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gandhinagar
Where is Gandhinagar located?
Gandhinagar village is located in Baglan Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Gandhinagar?
The Village Panchayat of Gandhinagar is Wathode.
What is the pincode of Gandhinagar?
The pincode of Gandhinagar is 423302.
What is the population of Gandhinagar?
Gandhinagar had a total population of 557, including 286 males and 271 females.
How many households are there in Gandhinagar?
Gandhinagar had 116 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gandhinagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gandhinagar was 43.87%. Male literacy was 50.84% and female literacy was 36.56%.