Mahatma Phule Nagar - Baglan, Nashik
Mahatma Phule Nagar 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 115 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Golwad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mahatma Phule Nagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahatma Phule Nagar is 549987. The village covers a total geographical area of 299 hectares and falls under the 423302 pincode. Satana is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Mahatma Phule Nagar 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 Mahatma Phule Nagar
According to the 2011 Census, Mahatma Phule Nagar village had a total population of 1,024 people, including 520 males and 504 females, living in 196 households. The sex ratio was 969 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.99%, with male literacy at 71.16% and female literacy at 58.78%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,024.
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 | 1,024 | 520 | 504 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 167 | 90 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,024 | 520 | 504 |
| Literate Population | 557 | 306 | 251 |
| Illiterate Population | 467 | 214 | 253 |
Nearby Villages of Mahatma Phule Nagar
Mahatma Phule Nagar 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 Mahatma Phule Nagar
Mahatma Phule Nagar 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 Mahatma Phule Nagar is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Mahatma Phule Nagar is about 115 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 Mahatma Phule Nagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahatma Phule Nagar 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Mahatma Phule Nagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahatma Phule Nagar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mahatma Phule Nagar
Where is Mahatma Phule Nagar located?
Mahatma Phule Nagar village is located in Baglan Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahatma Phule Nagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahatma Phule Nagar is Golwad.
What is the pincode of Mahatma Phule Nagar?
The pincode of Mahatma Phule Nagar is 423302.
What is the population of Mahatma Phule Nagar?
Mahatma Phule Nagar had a total population of 1,024, including 520 males and 504 females.
How many households are there in Mahatma Phule Nagar?
Mahatma Phule Nagar had 196 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mahatma Phule Nagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahatma Phule Nagar was 64.99%. Male literacy was 71.16% and female literacy was 58.78%.