Mirgaon - Sinnar, Nashik
Mirgaon is a village situated in the Sinnar tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sinnar and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Mirgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mirgaon is 551244. The village covers a total geographical area of 1568 hectares and falls under the 422104 pincode. Sinnar is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Mirgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sinnar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nashik Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mirgaon
As per Census 2011, Mirgaon village has a total population of 1,949 people, consisting of 1,001 males and 948 females. The village has 372 households and a sex ratio of 947 females per 1,000 males. There are 227 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,280 literate and 669 illiterate residents. Additionally, 114 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 49 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mirgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,949 | 1,001 | 948 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 227 | 117 | 110 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 114 | 59 | 55 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 49 | 23 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 1,280 | 737 | 543 |
| Illiterate Population | 669 | 264 | 405 |
Nearby Villages of Mirgaon
Mirgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pimparwadi | West | 3.08 km |
| Shaha | North-West | 3.14 km |
| Pathare Bk. | East | 3.26 km |
| Waregaon | South-East | 3.63 km |
| Laxmanpur | North-East | 3.70 km |
| Dusangwadi | South-West | 4.77 km |
| Bharatpur | North | 4.91 km |
| Maldhon | South | 4.97 km |
| Sayale | South | 4.98 km |
| Karwadi | North-West | 5.20 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mirgaon
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Mirgaon. The nearest railway station is Sainagar Shirdi, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 14.5 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 Sinnar to Mirgaon is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Mirgaon is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mirgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mirgaon 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 Mirgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mirgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Mirgaon
Where is Mirgaon located?
Mirgaon village is located in Sinnar Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mirgaon?
Mirgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mirgaon?
The pincode of Mirgaon is 422104.
What is the population of Mirgaon?
Mirgaon has a total population of 1,949, including 1,001 males and 948 females.
How many households are there in Mirgaon?
There are 372 households in Mirgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Mirgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mirgaon is 65.67%. Male literacy is 73.63% and female literacy is 57.28%.