Hatgad - Surgana, Nashik
Hatgad is a village situated in the Surgana tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Surgana and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Hatgad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hatgad is 549687. The village covers a total geographical area of 1716.62 hectares and falls under the 422211 pincode. Nashik is the nearest town, located about 72 km away.
Hatgad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kalwan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dindori Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hatgad
As per Census 2011, Hatgad village has a total population of 3,054 people, consisting of 1,533 males and 1,521 females. The village has 561 households and a sex ratio of 992 females per 1,000 males. There are 510 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,660 literate and 1,394 illiterate residents. Additionally, 12 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,890 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hatgad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,054 | 1,533 | 1,521 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 510 | 257 | 253 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 3 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,890 | 1,447 | 1,443 |
| Literate Population | 1,660 | 919 | 741 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,394 | 614 | 780 |
Nearby Villages of Hatgad
Hatgad 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shrungarwadi | North-East | 2.29 km |
| Mothamal | West | 2.79 km |
| Pohali | South-West | 2.81 km |
| Sajole | South-East | 3.12 km |
| Tatani | East | 3.63 km |
| Ghodambe | South | 4.31 km |
| Nagshewadi | South-West | 4.39 km |
| Borgaon | South | 4.64 km |
| Dhanoli | North-East | 4.65 km |
| Shribhuvan | West | 4.76 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Hatgad
Hatgad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Waghai, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 91.2 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 Nashik to Hatgad is about 72 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hatgad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hatgad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Hatgad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hatgad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Hatgad
Where is Hatgad located?
Hatgad village is located in Surgana Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hatgad?
Hatgad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Hatgad?
The pincode of Hatgad is 422211.
What is the population of Hatgad?
Hatgad has a total population of 3,054, including 1,533 males and 1,521 females.
How many households are there in Hatgad?
There are 561 households in Hatgad.
What is the literacy rate in Hatgad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hatgad is 54.35%. Male literacy is 59.95% and female literacy is 48.72%.