Gautamnagar - Baglan, Nashik
Gautamnagar is a village situated in the Baglan tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 43 km from the tehsil headquarters in Satana and around 114 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Chaphyachapada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gautamnagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gautamnagar is 550010. The village covers a total geographical area of 1416 hectares and falls under the 423302 pincode. Satana is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Gautamnagar 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 Gautamnagar
As per Census 2011, Gautamnagar village has a total population of 1,038 people, consisting of 526 males and 512 females. The village has 165 households and a sex ratio of 973 females per 1,000 males. There are 222 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 369 literate and 669 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,037 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gautamnagar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,038 | 526 | 512 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 222 | 122 | 100 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,037 | 525 | 512 |
| Literate Population | 369 | 205 | 164 |
| Illiterate Population | 669 | 321 | 348 |
Nearby Villages of Gautamnagar
Gautamnagar 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 Gautamnagar
Public transport in the Gautamnagar is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Gautamnagar is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Gautamnagar is about 114 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gautamnagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gautamnagar 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Gautamnagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gautamnagar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gautamnagar
Where is Gautamnagar located?
Gautamnagar village is located in Baglan Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gautamnagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Gautamnagar is Chaphyachapada.
What is the pincode of Gautamnagar?
The pincode of Gautamnagar is 423302.
What is the population of Gautamnagar?
Gautamnagar has a total population of 1,038, including 526 males and 512 females.
How many households are there in Gautamnagar?
There are 165 households in Gautamnagar.
What is the literacy rate in Gautamnagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gautamnagar is 35.55%. Male literacy is 38.97% and female literacy is 32.03%.