Gorane - Baglan, Nashik
Gorane is a village situated in the Baglan tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Satana and around 143 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Gorane village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gorane is 550064. The village covers a total geographical area of 368 hectares and falls under the 423301 pincode. Satana is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Gorane 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 Gorane
As per Census 2011, Gorane village has a total population of 1,638 people, consisting of 849 males and 789 females. The village has 340 households and a sex ratio of 929 females per 1,000 males. There are 228 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,181 literate and 457 illiterate residents. Additionally, 101 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 404 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gorane are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,638 | 849 | 789 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 228 | 138 | 90 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 101 | 51 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 404 | 203 | 201 |
| Literate Population | 1,181 | 648 | 533 |
| Illiterate Population | 457 | 201 | 256 |
Nearby Villages of Gorane
Gorane is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Akhatwade | West | 1.43 km |
| Askheda | North-East | 2.54 km |
| Fopir | South-East | 2.91 km |
| Bijote | West | 3.41 km |
| Kotbel | South | 3.80 km |
| Dyane | North-East | 4.35 km |
| Khirmani | South-East | 4.79 km |
| Bramhanpade | North | 5.29 km |
| Waghale | North | 5.55 km |
| Rajpurpande | North-East | 5.91 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gorane
Gorane is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Manmad Jn, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 91.7 km.
| 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 Gorane is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Gorane is about 143 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gorane
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gorane village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gorane
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gorane 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 Gorane
Where is Gorane located?
Gorane village is located in Baglan Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gorane?
Gorane is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gorane?
The pincode of Gorane is 423301.
What is the population of Gorane?
Gorane has a total population of 1,638, including 849 males and 789 females.
How many households are there in Gorane?
There are 340 households in Gorane.
What is the literacy rate in Gorane?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gorane is 72.10%. Male literacy is 76.33% and female literacy is 67.55%.