Mulegaon - Trimbakeshwar, Nashik
Mulegaon is a village situated in the Trimbakeshwar tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Trimbak and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Mulegaon village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mulegaon is 550924. The village covers a total geographical area of 1883 hectares and falls under the 422213 pincode. Trimbak is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Mulegaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Igatpuri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nashik Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mulegaon
According to the 2011 Census, Mulegaon village had a total population of 2,460 people, including 1,240 males and 1,220 females, living in 434 households. The sex ratio was 984 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.55%, with male literacy at 76.89% and female literacy at 57.99%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 352, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,603.
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 | 2,460 | 1,240 | 1,220 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 423 | 210 | 213 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 352 | 190 | 162 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,603 | 799 | 804 |
| Literate Population | 1,376 | 792 | 584 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,084 | 448 | 636 |
Nearby Villages of Mulegaon
Mulegaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Vadholi | North-East | 3.49 km |
| Shirsate | South | 4.08 km |
| Dahegaon | East | 4.53 km |
| Pahine | West | 4.82 km |
| Kushegaon | South-West | 5.04 km |
| Jategaon | East | 5.07 km |
| Modale | South | 5.19 km |
| Gadgad Sangvi | South-East | 5.56 km |
| Pegalwadi (nashik) | North-West | 5.70 km |
| Anjanneri | North | 5.84 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mulegaon
Mulegaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Padli, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 66.4 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 Trimbak to Mulegaon is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Mulegaon is about 22 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mulegaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mulegaon 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 Mulegaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mulegaon 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mulegaon
Where is Mulegaon located?
Mulegaon village is located in Trimbakeshwar Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Mulegaon?
Mulegaon is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mulegaon?
The pincode of Mulegaon is 422213.
What is the population of Mulegaon?
Mulegaon had a total population of 2,460, including 1,240 males and 1,220 females.
How many households are there in Mulegaon?
Mulegaon had 434 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mulegaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mulegaon was 67.55%. Male literacy was 76.89% and female literacy was 57.99%.