Erandgaon - Malegaon, Nashik
Erandgaon is a village situated in the Malegaon tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malegaon and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Erandgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Erandgaon is 550256. The village covers a total geographical area of 1494.03 hectares and falls under the 423208 pincode. Malegaon is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Erandgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nandgaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dindori Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Erandgaon
As per Census 2011, Erandgaon village has a total population of 2,158 people, consisting of 1,120 males and 1,038 females. The village has 437 households and a sex ratio of 926 females per 1,000 males. There are 267 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,527 literate and 631 illiterate residents. Additionally, 210 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 216 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Erandgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,158 | 1,120 | 1,038 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 267 | 155 | 112 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 210 | 107 | 103 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 216 | 108 | 108 |
| Literate Population | 1,527 | 858 | 669 |
| Illiterate Population | 631 | 262 | 369 |
Nearby Villages of Erandgaon
Erandgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Savkarwadi | North | 2.86 km |
| Kanadgaon | South | 3.11 km |
| Chondhi | East | 3.73 km |
| Vad | South-West | 4.38 km |
| Zadi | West | 4.82 km |
| Varadi | South-West | 5.72 km |
| Manjare | North | 5.97 km |
| Boygaon | East | 6.00 km |
| Kundalgaon | South | 6.23 km |
| Bhardi | South-East | 6.69 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Erandgaon
Erandgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Panevadi, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.2 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 Malegaon to Erandgaon is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Erandgaon is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Erandgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Erandgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Erandgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Erandgaon 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 Erandgaon
Where is Erandgaon located?
Erandgaon village is located in Malegaon Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Erandgaon?
Erandgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Erandgaon?
The pincode of Erandgaon is 423208.
What is the population of Erandgaon?
Erandgaon has a total population of 2,158, including 1,120 males and 1,038 females.
How many households are there in Erandgaon?
There are 437 households in Erandgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Erandgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Erandgaon is 70.76%. Male literacy is 76.61% and female literacy is 64.45%.