Hingangaon - Phaltan, Satara
Hingangaon is a village situated in the Phaltan tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phaltan and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Hingangaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hingangaon is 563343. The village covers a total geographical area of 2418 hectares and falls under the 415521 pincode. Phaltan is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Hingangaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Koregaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Satara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hingangaon
As per Census 2011, Hingangaon village has a total population of 4,341 people, consisting of 2,197 males and 2,144 females. The village has 878 households and a sex ratio of 975 females per 1,000 males. There are 488 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,045 literate and 1,296 illiterate residents. Additionally, 327 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hingangaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,341 | 2,197 | 2,144 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 488 | 252 | 236 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 327 | 179 | 148 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 3,045 | 1,638 | 1,407 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,296 | 559 | 737 |
Nearby Villages of Hingangaon
Hingangaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sherechiwadi (dhaval) | South-West | 3.27 km |
| Thakubaichiwadi | East | 3.29 km |
| Aradgaon | North | 3.85 km |
| Kapashi | South-East | 3.87 km |
| Saswad | North-East | 4.78 km |
| Koparde | West | 4.93 km |
| Chambharwadi | North-West | 5.04 km |
| Salpe | South-West | 5.63 km |
| Tambave | North-West | 5.91 km |
| Adarki Bk. | South | 5.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Hingangaon
Hingangaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Salpa, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 59.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Phaltan to Hingangaon is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Hingangaon is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hingangaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hingangaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Hingangaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hingangaon 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 Hingangaon
Where is Hingangaon located?
Hingangaon village is located in Phaltan Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hingangaon?
Hingangaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Hingangaon?
The pincode of Hingangaon is 415521.
What is the population of Hingangaon?
Hingangaon has a total population of 4,341, including 2,197 males and 2,144 females.
How many households are there in Hingangaon?
There are 878 households in Hingangaon.
What is the literacy rate in Hingangaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hingangaon is 70.15%. Male literacy is 74.56% and female literacy is 65.63%.