Gaurgaon - Tasgaon, Sangli
Gaurgaon is a village situated in the Tasgaon tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tasgaon and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Gourgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gaurgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gaurgaon is 568649. The village covers a total geographical area of 1149.19 hectares and falls under the 416312 pincode. Tasgaon is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Gaurgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khanapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sangli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gaurgaon
As per Census 2011, Gaurgaon village has a total population of 1,958 people, consisting of 952 males and 1,006 females. The village has 433 households and a sex ratio of 1,056 females per 1,000 males. There are 194 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,445 literate and 513 illiterate residents. Additionally, 300 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gaurgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,958 | 952 | 1,006 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 194 | 96 | 98 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 300 | 150 | 150 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 1,445 | 745 | 700 |
| Illiterate Population | 513 | 207 | 306 |
Nearby Villages of Gaurgaon
Gaurgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Manjarde | West | 2.48 km |
| Biranwadi | North-East | 2.66 km |
| Bastawade | South | 3.73 km |
| Morale Ped | North | 4.10 km |
| Balgavade | South-West | 4.26 km |
| Waifale | North-East | 5.47 km |
| Dhondewadi | North | 5.48 km |
| Khujagaon | South | 5.76 km |
| Ped | North-West | 5.90 km |
| Dorli | South-West | 6.15 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gaurgaon
Gaurgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhilavdi, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.3 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 Tasgaon to Gaurgaon is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Gaurgaon is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gaurgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gaurgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gaurgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gaurgaon 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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gaurgaon
Where is Gaurgaon located?
Gaurgaon village is located in Tasgaon Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gaurgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Gaurgaon is Gourgaon.
What is the pincode of Gaurgaon?
The pincode of Gaurgaon is 416312.
What is the population of Gaurgaon?
Gaurgaon has a total population of 1,958, including 952 males and 1,006 females.
How many households are there in Gaurgaon?
There are 433 households in Gaurgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Gaurgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gaurgaon is 73.80%. Male literacy is 78.26% and female literacy is 69.58%.