Garegaon - Malegaon, Nashik
Garegaon is a village situated in the Malegaon tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malegaon and around 129 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Garegaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garegaon is 550164. The village covers a total geographical area of 696 hectares and falls under the 423206 pincode. Malegaon is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Garegaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Malegaon outer Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhule Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garegaon
According to the 2011 Census, Garegaon village had a total population of 1,068 people, including 565 males and 503 females, living in 211 households. The sex ratio was 890 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.80%, with male literacy at 89.35% and female literacy at 75.47%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 62, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 132.
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 | 1,068 | 565 | 503 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 161 | 86 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 62 | 30 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 132 | 71 | 61 |
| Literate Population | 751 | 428 | 323 |
| Illiterate Population | 317 | 137 | 180 |
Nearby Villages of Garegaon
Garegaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Valwade | South-West | 2.86 km |
| Valwadi | South-East | 3.06 km |
| Pohane | North | 3.25 km |
| Malgaon Bhamer | North-West | 4.99 km |
| Khakurdi | South | 5.14 km |
| Kajwade | North | 5.43 km |
| Virane | East | 5.44 km |
| Nimshevadi | South-East | 5.98 km |
| Bijorase | West | 6.11 km |
| Ambasan | South-West | 6.32 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garegaon
Garegaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Mohadi Pragane Laling, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 91.5 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 Garegaon is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Garegaon is about 129 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garegaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garegaon 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Garegaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garegaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Garegaon
Where is Garegaon located?
Garegaon village is located in Malegaon Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garegaon?
Garegaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Garegaon?
The pincode of Garegaon is 423206.
What is the population of Garegaon?
Garegaon had a total population of 1,068, including 565 males and 503 females.
How many households are there in Garegaon?
Garegaon had 211 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garegaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garegaon was 82.80%. Male literacy was 89.35% and female literacy was 75.47%.