Nimgaon - Malegaon, Nashik
Nimgaon is a village situated in the Malegaon tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malegaon and around 125 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Nimgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nimgaon is 550268. The village covers a total geographical area of 2150 hectares and falls under the 423212 pincode. Malegaon is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Nimgaon 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 Nimgaon
As per Census 2011, Nimgaon village has a total population of 6,995 people, consisting of 3,637 males and 3,358 females. The village has 1,444 households and a sex ratio of 923 females per 1,000 males. There are 940 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,048 literate and 1,947 illiterate residents. Additionally, 689 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 605 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nimgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,995 | 3,637 | 3,358 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 940 | 523 | 417 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 689 | 350 | 339 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 605 | 309 | 296 |
| Literate Population | 5,048 | 2,806 | 2,242 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,947 | 831 | 1,116 |
Nearby Villages of Nimgaon
Nimgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nimgaon Kh | North-East | 3.39 km |
| Mehune | West | 3.50 km |
| Jwardi Kh | North | 3.72 km |
| Chaukatpade | South-East | 3.82 km |
| Jatpade | South-East | 4.38 km |
| Gilane | East | 4.78 km |
| Dubagule | East | 4.90 km |
| Jwardi Bk. | North-West | 4.99 km |
| Mathurpade | North-East | 5.51 km |
| Nimbait | South | 5.76 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nimgaon
Nimgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Hisvahal, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 67.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Malegaon to Nimgaon is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Nimgaon is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nimgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nimgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Nimgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nimgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Nimgaon
Where is Nimgaon located?
Nimgaon village is located in Malegaon Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nimgaon?
Nimgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nimgaon?
The pincode of Nimgaon is 423212.
What is the population of Nimgaon?
Nimgaon has a total population of 6,995, including 3,637 males and 3,358 females.
How many households are there in Nimgaon?
There are 1,444 households in Nimgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Nimgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nimgaon is 72.17%. Male literacy is 77.15% and female literacy is 66.77%.