Nandgaon - Jawhar, Palghar
Nandgaon is a village situated in the Jawhar tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from Jawhar and around 130 km from Thane. Nandgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nandgaon is 551942. The village covers a total geographical area of 913.24 hectares and falls under the 401603 pincode. Jawhar is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Nandgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vikramgad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Palghar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nandgaon
As per Census 2011, Nandgaon village has a total population of 1,614 people, consisting of 807 males and 807 females. The village has 307 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 217 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 961 literate and 653 illiterate residents. Additionally, 43 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,548 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nandgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,614 | 807 | 807 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 217 | 106 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 43 | 18 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,548 | 774 | 774 |
| Literate Population | 961 | 547 | 414 |
| Illiterate Population | 653 | 260 | 393 |
Nearby Villages of Nandgaon
Nandgaon 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 Nandgaon
Public transport in the Nandgaon is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Jawhar to Nandgaon is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Nandgaon is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nandgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nandgaon 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 Nandgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nandgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Nandgaon
Where is Nandgaon located?
Nandgaon village is located in Jawhar Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nandgaon?
Nandgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nandgaon?
The pincode of Nandgaon is 401603.
What is the population of Nandgaon?
Nandgaon has a total population of 1,614, including 807 males and 807 females.
How many households are there in Nandgaon?
There are 307 households in Nandgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Nandgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nandgaon is 59.54%. Male literacy is 67.78% and female literacy is 51.30%.