Helgaon

Helgaon is a village located in Karad tehsil of Satara district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 23km away from sub-district headquarter Karad (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Satara. As per 2009 stats, Helgaon village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Helgaon unique in its vibrant Karad-Satara region. You’ll see Helgaon’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Helgaon

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Helgaon is 564488. The village spans a total geographical area of 1063.07 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 415106. Karad is nearest town to Helgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 23km away.

When it comes to local governance, Helgaon village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Karad North Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Satara Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Helgaon

According to the 2011 Census, Helgaon has a total population of about 2,448, with approximately 1,238 males and 1,210 females. The sex ratio is around 977 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 214 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 230 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 19. The overall literacy rate is approximately 75.90%, with male literacy at about 81.66% and female literacy near 70.00%. There are around 526 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Helgaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,448 1,238 1,210
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 214 119 95
Scheduled Castes (SC) 230 108 122
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 19 13 6
Literate Population 1,858 1,011 847
Illiterate Population 590 227 363

Connectivity of Helgaon

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Helgaon. As per the 2011 stats, Helgaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Helgaon

Knowing the nearby villages of Helgaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Helgaon.

Frequently Asked Questions about Helgaon

Where is Helgaon located?
Helgaon village is situated in Karad Tehsil, within the Satara district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Helgaon?
Helgaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Helgaon?
The pincode of Helgaon is 415106, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Helgaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Helgaon is 2,448, with 1,238 males and 1,210 females.
How many households are there in Helgaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Helgaon village has a total of 526 households.
What is the literacy rate in Helgaon as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Helgaon is 75.90%. The male literacy rate is 81.66%, while the female literacy rate is 70.00%.