Jategaon - Nandgaon, Nashik
Jategaon is a village situated in the Nandgaon tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nandgaon and around 142 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Jategaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jategaon is 550400. The village covers a total geographical area of 2673 hectares and falls under the 423106 pincode. Nandgaon is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Jategaon 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 Jategaon
According to the 2011 Census, Jategaon village had a total population of 5,636 people, including 2,915 males and 2,721 females, living in 1,148 households. The sex ratio was 933 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.49%, with male literacy at 85.49% and female literacy at 69.01%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 902, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 578.
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 | 5,636 | 2,915 | 2,721 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 892 | 475 | 417 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 902 | 459 | 443 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 578 | 281 | 297 |
| Literate Population | 3,676 | 2,086 | 1,590 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,960 | 829 | 1,131 |
Nearby Villages of Jategaon
Jategaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Vasant Nagar | North-West | 2.30 km |
| Adgaon Jehur | East | 3.43 km |
| Jawalki | South | 3.77 km |
| Gondegaon | South-West | 4.33 km |
| Chandanpuri | North | 4.58 km |
| Bolthan | South-East | 4.67 km |
| Dheku Bk. | North-West | 4.76 km |
| Lodhare | North-East | 5.51 km |
| Walan | South | 5.84 km |
| Dheku Kh. | North-West | 5.98 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jategaon
Jategaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Naydongri, while the nearest airport is Aurangabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.6 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 Nandgaon to Jategaon is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Jategaon is about 142 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 Jategaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jategaon 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 Jategaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jategaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jategaon
Where is Jategaon located?
Jategaon village is located in Nandgaon Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jategaon?
Jategaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jategaon?
The pincode of Jategaon is 423106.
What is the population of Jategaon?
Jategaon had a total population of 5,636, including 2,915 males and 2,721 females.
How many households are there in Jategaon?
Jategaon had 1,148 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jategaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jategaon was 77.49%. Male literacy was 85.49% and female literacy was 69.01%.