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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Gandhinagar village has a total population of 557 people, consisting of 286 males and 271 females. The village has 116 households and a sex ratio of 947 females per 1,000 males. There are 92 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 204 literate and 353 illiterate residents. Additionally, 557 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gandhinagar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 557 | 286 | 271 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 92 | 48 | 44 |
| 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 gram panchayat of Gandhinagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Gandhinagar is Wathode.
What is the pincode of Gandhinagar?
The pincode of Gandhinagar is 423302.
What is the population of Gandhinagar?
Gandhinagar has a total population of 557, including 286 males and 271 females.
How many households are there in Gandhinagar?
There are 116 households in Gandhinagar.
What is the literacy rate in Gandhinagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gandhinagar is 36.62%. Male literacy is 42.31% and female literacy is 30.63%.