Azadnagar - Nandgaon, Nashik
Azadnagar is a village situated in the Nandgaon tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nandgaon and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Mandwad serves as the Village Panchayat for Azadnagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Azadnagar is 550342. The village covers a total geographical area of 604 hectares and falls under the 423104 pincode. Nandgaon is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Azadnagar 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 Azadnagar
According to the 2011 Census, Azadnagar village had a total population of 480 people, including 248 males and 232 females, living in 87 households. The sex ratio was 935 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.35%, with male literacy at 93.55% and female literacy at 78.85%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 70.
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 | 480 | 248 | 232 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 31 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 70 | 37 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 367 | 203 | 164 |
| Illiterate Population | 113 | 45 | 68 |
Nearby Villages of Azadnagar
Azadnagar 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 Azadnagar
Azadnagar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Azadnagar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nandgaon to Azadnagar is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Azadnagar is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Azadnagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Azadnagar 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Azadnagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Azadnagar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Azadnagar
Where is Azadnagar located?
Azadnagar village is located in Nandgaon Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Azadnagar?
The Village Panchayat of Azadnagar is Mandwad.
What is the pincode of Azadnagar?
The pincode of Azadnagar is 423104.
What is the population of Azadnagar?
Azadnagar had a total population of 480, including 248 males and 232 females.
How many households are there in Azadnagar?
Azadnagar had 87 households.
What is the literacy rate in Azadnagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Azadnagar was 86.35%. Male literacy was 93.55% and female literacy was 78.85%.