Golegaon - Sonpeth, Parbhani
Golegaon is a village situated in the Sonpeth tehsil of Parbhani district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sonpeth and around 86 km from the district headquarters in Parbhani. Ganga Pimpri serves as the Village Panchayat for Golegaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Golegaon is 546933. The village covers a total geographical area of 153.44 hectares and falls under the 431516 pincode. Sonpeth is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Golegaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Golegaon
According to the 2011 Census, Golegaon village had a total population of 183 people, including 98 males and 85 females, living in 50 households. The sex ratio was 867 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.55%, with male literacy at 89.02% and female literacy at 53.52%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 50.
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 | 183 | 98 | 85 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 16 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 50 | 24 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 111 | 73 | 38 |
| Illiterate Population | 72 | 25 | 47 |
Nearby Villages of Golegaon
Golegaon 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 Golegaon
Public transport in the Golegaon is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Sonpeth to Golegaon is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Parbhani to Golegaon is about 86 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Golegaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Golegaon 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 Golegaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Golegaon 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 Golegaon
Where is Golegaon located?
Golegaon village is located in Sonpeth Tehsil, Parbhani district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Golegaon?
The Village Panchayat of Golegaon is Ganga Pimpri.
What is the pincode of Golegaon?
The pincode of Golegaon is 431516.
What is the population of Golegaon?
Golegaon had a total population of 183, including 98 males and 85 females.
How many households are there in Golegaon?
Golegaon had 50 households.
What is the literacy rate in Golegaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Golegaon was 72.55%. Male literacy was 89.02% and female literacy was 53.52%.