Ghanegaon - Malegaon, Nashik
Ghanegaon is a village situated in the Malegaon tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malegaon and around 145 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Ghanegaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghanegaon is 550179. The village covers a total geographical area of 1332.24 hectares and falls under the 423205 pincode. Malegaon is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Ghanegaon 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 Ghanegaon
As per Census 2011, Ghanegaon village has a total population of 1,599 people, consisting of 844 males and 755 females. The village has 303 households and a sex ratio of 894 females per 1,000 males. There are 233 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 999 literate and 600 illiterate residents. Additionally, 117 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 462 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghanegaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,599 | 844 | 755 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 233 | 124 | 109 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 117 | 60 | 57 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 462 | 251 | 211 |
| Literate Population | 999 | 574 | 425 |
| Illiterate Population | 600 | 270 | 330 |
Nearby Villages of Ghanegaon
Ghanegaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sonewadi | South-East | 3.61 km |
| Bharadenagar | North-West | 4.27 km |
| Anakwadi | East | 4.53 km |
| Henkalwadi-1 | North | 4.62 km |
| Sadgaon | North | 5.67 km |
| Lakhani | South | 5.84 km |
| Bendrepada | South-East | 6.12 km |
| Vanpat | South-West | 6.23 km |
| Rajmane | South-West | 6.57 km |
| Dongrale | North-West | 6.94 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ghanegaon
Ghanegaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Mohadi Pragane Laling, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 82.8 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 Ghanegaon is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Ghanegaon is about 145 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 Ghanegaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghanegaon 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 Ghanegaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghanegaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Ghanegaon
Where is Ghanegaon located?
Ghanegaon village is located in Malegaon Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghanegaon?
Ghanegaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ghanegaon?
The pincode of Ghanegaon is 423205.
What is the population of Ghanegaon?
Ghanegaon has a total population of 1,599, including 844 males and 755 females.
How many households are there in Ghanegaon?
There are 303 households in Ghanegaon.
What is the literacy rate in Ghanegaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghanegaon is 62.48%. Male literacy is 68.01% and female literacy is 56.29%.